AIC's 52nd Annual Meeting

During the first stage of the Egyptian-Japanese project, approximately 1,700 decayed and deteriorated wooden pieces were lifted from the pit. The process included first aid treatment and stabilizing the condition of wooden pieces. by 2023 all the wooden pieces were transported to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) to start the second stage of work which included the final consolidation of all wooden pieces, scientific documentation, and developing a design of physical support for the boat parts, that serves the main purpose of resembling all the second boat at the new Khufu’s boats museum inside the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).

The reassembly of historical artifacts, particularly those of immense cultural significance, poses unique challenges and opportunities for the integration of modern scientific technologies. This abstract presents the primary findings and outcomes of a project aimed at the reassembly of King Khufu's Second Boat, a priceless archaeological relic from ancient Egypt's 4th Dynasty-Old Kingdom period. Employing a multidisciplinary approach, this research endeavors to leverage cutting-edge 3D laser scanning and 3D printing technologies as tools for scientific documentation and reassembly.

The study revolves around the application of 3D laser scanning to capture precise geometric data of fragmented boat parts excavated near the Great Pyramid of Giza. Subsequently, this scanned data is processed, analyzed, and refined to create detailed digital models of the original boat components. In the case of fragmented or deteriorated boat parts, additional support structures may be necessary to ensure the stability and integrity of the reconstructed models. These supports may be custom-designed to fit each specific piece, providing the necessary reinforcement. After the digital structures are designed by 3D software, special 3D printing techniques are used to print the support for wooden parts.

Throughout this process, it's important to document each step carefully and preserve the digital models for research, educational, and preservation purposes. This includes archiving the 3D scan data and digital models for future reference.

In conclusion, these abstract indicate the importance of 3D laser scanning and 3D printing technologies as indispensable instruments in the intricate process of reassembling King Khufu’s second boat.