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The Human Genome Project aimed to decode human genes, promising revolutionary advancements in medicine while facing significant political and bureaucratic challenges.
Nikola Tesla's contributions to electricity and his controversial theories are examined alongside suppressed historical events and alternative narratives in this exploration of hidden truths.
75 workers spend 2 weeks constructing the Red Bull Air Race track in Abu Dhabi, which features inflatable eight-story pylons and operates at speeds of 370 km an hour.
Economic considerations shape the design of free-to-play games like "World of Tanks" and "League of Legends," as explored at the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco.
Life in the world's most expensive apartment reveals the complexities of living in super skyscrapers and the innovative engineering needed for urban growth.
Hurricanes, from their formation in the Sahara Desert to landfall in Cabo San Lucas, challenge prediction efforts despite advanced technology and data collection.
Cyber warfare has evolved into a military operation involving state-sponsored hackers, as illustrated by incidents like the Stuxnet virus and Russian cyber attacks.
A salvage pilot and bartender fight a programmer planning to crash a nuclear-armed spaceship.
The Rosetta mission by the European Space Agency (ESA) successfully studied Comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko, revealing insights into the Solar System's evolution.
More than 100,000 life-saving missions are flown in Germany each year using advanced rescue helicopters like the H145.
The Suez Canal's expansion project aims to double its width and deepen its waterway, showcasing groundbreaking 3D imagery and historical insights from its 1859 construction.
Dr. Nehemiah Mabry invites viewers to apply to be real-life players in a four-day engineering escape room event at the end of October.
The integration of the Internet of Things into everyday objects and urban infrastructure raises critical questions about privacy and sustainability, influenced by tech hubs in Silicon Valley and Shenzhen.
23 days is the total time former NASA astronaut Dr. Catherine Sullivan spent in space, discussing the future of human life on Mars and the Moon.
Venus' extreme conditions, with its carbon dioxide-rich atmosphere and temperatures reaching 870 degrees Fahrenheit, raise questions about the potential for human habitation in its clouds.
Bitcoin, the world's first decentralized digital currency, challenges traditional financial systems by allowing users to control their own money without banks or governments.
A massive 550-tonne excavator at the world's largest coal export terminal faces a critical breakdown, challenging a skilled team to diagnose and repair it swiftly.
The proliferation of drones is transforming civilian life in America, raising significant political, legal, and ethical concerns as technology advances rapidly.
Infinity, a concept that has perplexed thinkers from Pythagoras to Aristotle, is explored through modern astronomical discoveries and mathematical theories about the universe's limits.
World War II spurred advancements in aircraft technology, featuring early jet fighters like the German Messerschmitt Me 262 and British Gloster Meteor, alongside unique prototypes such as the Vought V-173 'Flying Pancake.
Approximately 1,000 operating satellites in Earth's orbit are essential for monitoring climate change and advancing technology to protect the planet.
NASA's innovations from the space race have significantly influenced everyday life on Earth, impacting GPS, food safety, and medical technology.
Vengeance Racing, a high-performance car builder in Georgia, showcases custom builds and the competitive world of ½ mile drag racing.
A hundred cyborgs merge technology with their bodies each month, using implants and chips to enhance their sensory perception and redefine human experience.
Superyacht design has evolved dramatically, featuring unexpected clients like Fidel Castro and showcasing luxurious vessels like the expedition-ready Ulysses.
In Georgia, the Enguri hydroelectric dam, a significant Soviet-era engineering feat, faces structural risks as German and Georgian scientists assess its aging infrastructure.
A 23-year-old site engineer in New Brunswick recounts her experience managing a ferry ramp project while facing challenges related to concrete quality.
Samantha Blackmon, a professor and co-founder of the Not Your Mama's Gamer blog and podcast, joins Dr. Nehemiah Mabry, known as Dr. Nee, to explore the integration of culture in video game narratives while playing Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales.
Astronauts undergo rigorous training and preparation to survive the extreme conditions of space travel, relying on advanced technology and extensive physical conditioning.
Dark energy, a mysterious force shaping the universe, is examined through advanced telescopes and cameras that analyze galaxy movements.
Accidental discoveries by physicist Thomas Edison, chemist John W. Hyatt, and brewer William Henry Perkin led to the invention of the smoke detector, safety glass, and iodine.
Seven astronauts prepare for NASA's Artemis program by conducting experiments and testing life-support systems aboard the International Space Station.
634 meters tall, the Tokyo Skytree is the highest freestanding tower in the world, surpassing the iconic Eiffel Tower by more than 300 meters.
Justin Shaifer explores the challenges of living on Mars by engaging with scientists and engineers at organizations like Sierra Nevada Corporation and Honeybee Robotics.
The Army Corps of Engineers developed the Army Mobility Model to enhance troop movement and vehicle performance in military operations.
George Orwell's predictions in "1984" resonate today as video surveillance, phone tapping, and internet monitoring have become pervasive realities.
Action Man faces an unprecedented challenge as James May attempts to make the toy travel faster than the speed of sound, pushing engineering limits.
American innovation is explored through a collection of significant inventions and absurd failures, highlighting the impact of creativity on society.
Alien worlds within our solar system present vast new terrains for exploration, showcasing stunning HD imagery that immerses viewers in the wonders of space.
A four-day engineering escape room is being built at Trapology Boston, led by Dr. Nehemiah Mabry, an engineer with over 15 years of experience.
An 88-year-old inventor created the floppy disk and a popular aphrodisiac while Japan seeks to revive its robotics sector.
Rich Gilliam, an award-winning author and STEM professional, collaborates with Dr. Nehemiah Mabry to build a robotic arm in a virtual maker space.
A robot named B48 is designed to illustrate the concept of backing up human minds to computers and creating digital avatars.
In Chile's Atacama Desert, advancements in infrared light and gamma radiation allow astronomers to explore the universe beyond the capabilities of the Hubble Space Telescope.
315 meters long and 65 meters high, the Meraviglia weighs 80,000 tons and can accommodate several thousand passengers as a self-sufficient floating city.
Nano research explores the potential of flexible batteries and semitransparent solar cells to transform energy generation and integration into building materials.
Bitcoin was invented in secret and is described as a gift to the world, challenging traditional banking systems and government control over money.
Botulinum toxin A, commonly known as Botox, is explored for its therapeutic applications in treating chronic migraines, movement disorders, and obesity.
