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Once quarried, the sizable limestone blocks were transported and manipulated using simple tools inspired by mechanical physics—leverage, rollers, and homemade sledges. Evidence from old black-and-white footage demonstrates Leedskalnin pulling blocks on the ground with ratcheting come-alongs, exploiting the balance of weight and leverage for efficient movement.
He also built a "sculpting machine"—a pre-World War I DC device powered by car batteries—that could perform multiple functions during construction. This machine provided power for cutting, sculpting, and possibly even small-scale lifting, significantly reducing manual labor and enabling work to continue during Florida's hot daytime temperatures.