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Some scientists believe sneakers might represent the next step in human evolution; biomechanical engineers perfect new designs; global industry.

Some scientists believe sneakers might represent the next step in human evolution; biomechanical engineers perfect new designs; global industry.

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S1, EP2 "Steel"

Steel's advantages as material; the secret that makes 3,500 kinds of steel possible; steel's applications in law enforcement, music and art.

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S1, EP1 "Garbage"

Disposing of garbage; following New York City trash to its final destination in a landfill; swirling vortex of trash in the Pacific Ocean; recycling; energy conversion; host: Daniel Wilson.

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S1, EP5 "Sneakers"

Some scientists believe sneakers might represent the next step in human evolution; biomechanical engineers perfect new designs; global industry.

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S1, EP3 "Power Tools"

Tracing the history of power tools; power tools that can slice mountains; developments in nanotechnology.

Robotics expert and self-described jack-of-all-trades Daniel H. Wilson explores the history and intricacy of a wildly eclectic series of everyday topics ranging from beer to steel to power tools to garbage and beyond.
Original Air Date: Jul 10, 2008
Genres: DocuseriesTV Series
Rating: TVPG
Playback: HD
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