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...about Engineering

James May uncovers the fascinating science of engineering, giving a 'nuts and bolts' account of how things really work though a mix of animation and motion graphics.

James May uncovers the fascinating science of engineering, giving the real 'nuts and bolts' account of how things really work, from the wheel to the Saturn V rocket.

How have smart men with spanners managed to change the world? James finds out by asking things like: what did steam ever do for us? What is the smartest machine? And when can I move to Mars?

Through a wonderful world of animation and motion graphics, James reveals the answers and along the way, finds out who has been building skyscrapers for millions of years, what a football has to do with nanotechnology and how a 180mph chicken gun and foul-tasting tea help keep you safe on a plane.

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Credits

RoleContributor
PresenterJames May
Executive ProducerJohn Farren
DirectorDavid Starkey
ProducerDavid Starkey

Broadcasts

  • Mon 10 Sep 201222:00
  • Mon 10 Sep 201223:20
  • Thu 20 Sep 201223:50
  • Fri 21 Sep 201200:05
  • Fri 21 Sep 201201:00