May 25, 2012
Season 1
01. From Swords to Spy Planes
The technological links that led to the Predator UAV range from swords to beer and freezers.
44min
May 25, 2012
02. From Aqueducts to Oil Rigs
Roman cement leads to the automated control systems used on the world's deepest offshore oil rig.
44min
June 1, 2012
03. From Fireworks to Forensics
The links between ancient Chinese alchemy and the latest technology in crime fighting.
44min
June 8, 2012
04. From Ploughs to Super Cars
Technology is all around us. From computers to cameras, cell phones to satellite navigation—our dependence on technology has never been greater.
44min
June 15, 2012
05. From Waterwheels to Mega Jets
Waterwheel innovations link to one of the world's most complex aircraft, the Boeing 777.
44min
June 22, 2012