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In a competition to enhance everyday appliances, James and Greg create a turbo toaster and a power-shower that minimizes water usage while maximizing efficiency.
A 122-meter-high railway deck sits on the Garabit Viaduct, the highest iron arch bridge in the world, built in the 19th century.
Quasars and black holes, including those in the Milky Way, are examined through the lens of the Hubble Space Telescope and the laws of physics in extreme conditions.
Some colossal structures are harder to move than to build, like oil rigs and wind farms.
Firefighting aviation becomes crucial as wildfires grow in intensity across Colorado and beyond.
2,000 cubic meters of concrete are crushed and removed as demolition teams tackle the challenges of bringing down buildings across New Zealand.
Only 5% of male mammals actively engage in caregiving, a fact examined through the experiences of fathers during pregnancy and early parenting.
NASA's Apollo missions returned lunar samples that revealed enough water locked inside the moon to cover its surface in a layer 1 meter deep.
Galileo's experiments on gravity, recreated by Professor Jim Al-Khalili, highlight their historical significance and foundational role in modern scientific inquiry.
Edwin Hubble demonstrated that the Milky Way is one galaxy among countless others, reshaping our understanding of the universe's vastness.
Explosives engineers and demolition specialists, including a bomb disposal unit, coordinate the 2024 demolition of a 19th-century railway bridge in the UK.
On March 13, 2006, a clinical trial of the experimental drug TGN1412 at Northwick Park Hospital led to a medical emergency involving six volunteers fighting for their lives.
Twelve Americans walked on the moon during six successful lunar landing missions between 1969 and 1972, marking a key achievement in the space race.
A team of international astronomers, led by Dr Shep Doeleman, aims to capture the first image of a black hole, a feat that has never been accomplished.
Step into the T-38 Talon cockpit and follow NATO students at Sheppard Air Force Base.
In 1960, nearly 7,000 people died on UK roads, but by 2012, road deaths dropped to 1,900, thanks in part to advancements in crash test dummy technology.
Play in the animal kingdom, as shown by scientists from Europe, the United States, and Canada, is essential for enhancing intelligence, health, and survival.
Wim Hof, known as the Ice Man, holds the world record for running a half marathon barefoot on ice and snow.
Between 10 and 15% of the world's energy comes from nuclear power plants, a technology that emerged from unexpected scientific discoveries.
The Airbus A350 can cover 18,000 km in one flight, surpassing any other twin-engine passenger aircraft.
64 skaters race down a 500-meter icy obstacle course in Quebec City, where over 276,000 liters of water are used to build the track.
The Sapsan, one of the fastest trains in the world, undergoes a meticulous inspection and repair process to ensure its safety and efficiency across Russia.
More than 1,800 trips to orbit have been made by variants of the Soyuz launcher since its first flight in 1957.
Discover the Airbus A350's maiden flight from Munich to Hong Kong and its innovative design.
More than 100,000 life-saving missions are flown in Germany each year using advanced rescue helicopters like the H145.
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.
In Brighton, England, professionals and amateur stunt performers showcase daring feats, including a homemade loop-the-loop, while scientists explain the underlying physics.
Extreme kayaking and stunt driving are explored through high-speed maneuvers and the physics behind them, showcasing both professionals and amateur stunt replicators.
The vastness of the universe raises questions about the existence of extraterrestrial life and its implications for humanity's understanding of its place in the cosmos.
Microbiologist Jennifer Gardy examines the scientific significance of feces, revealing its potential insights into health, environmental monitoring, and sustainable technology.
Jennifer Gardy explores how the brain constructs reality through a multisensory system, revealing the complexities of human perception and sensory illusions.
The second episode of Stunt Science investigates into extreme stunts and their physics.
Stunt Science explores the execution of a James Bond stunt, featuring a supersonic slip and slide and the physics behind high-speed stunt performance.
Microbiologist Dr Jennifer Gardy tests common health claims, such as mosquito attraction and the effects of grilled meat, through experiments across various locations.
Human memory is explored through psychological experiments and expert insights, revealing its complexities and implications for identity and reliability.
In August 1951, the CIA conducted a covert LSD experiment in Pont-Saint-Esprit, France, leading to mass hallucinations and several deaths among the local population.
British cab driver Alan Bilis, facing terminal cancer, volunteers his body for a groundbreaking experiment in mummification led by Dr. Stephen Buckley and Dr. Jo Fletcher.
Dr. Jennifer Gardy tests popular weather myths, examining the science behind storms, lightning, and snow through experiments and expert insights.
Linda Miller confronts challenges rebuilding a Victorian tunnel beneath the Royal Docks.
Paddington Station's 130-metre glass canopy and extensive underground platforms highlight Isambard Kingdom Brunel's legacy while a Derby father-son duo races to complete 66 new trains.
Rick Edwards collaborates with physicist Dianna Cowern and inventor Colin Furze to explore the scientific principles behind levitation using physics alone.
Discover shocking engineering failures like the Texas Sinkhole Shock and Kansas City Skywalk Collapse.
100 heart and lung transplants are performed each year at Royal Papworth Hospital, where surgeons undertake complex procedures to save lives.
The MythBusters tackle epic myths with explosive experiments and scientific methods.
Two experimenters test outrageous myths, including the explosive potential of porta potties and hovercraft minefields, revealing the unpredictable nature of science.
MythBusters hosts Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman conduct brutal experiments to test urban legends and iconic movie scenes, revealing the science behind various phenomena.
The Mythbusters team tests if electrical appliances cause electrocution in bathtubs.
Join FBI agents as they solve a 4,000-year-old Egyptian mummy mystery using DNA.
