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Host Daniel H. Wilson uncovers the physics, biology and technology behind skydiving; military, firefighting and law enforcement applications of skydiving; why free falling is so thrilling physiologically.

Host Daniel H. Wilson uncovers the physics, biology and technology behind skydiving; military, firefighting and law enforcement applications of skydiving; why free falling is so thrilling physiologically.

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S1, EP10 "Robots"

Host Daniel H. Wilson, who has more than a decade of experience studying artificial intelligence which can create smart houses, explores the world of robots.

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S1, EP9 "Skydiving"

Host Daniel H. Wilson uncovers the physics, biology and technology behind skydiving; military, firefighting and law enforcement applications of skydiving; why free falling is so thrilling physiologically.

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S1, EP7 "Tattoos"

The history of tattoos; how tattoos are designed and applied; surprising tattoo applications in law enforcement, mobile digital technology and medicine.

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S1, EP6 "Guns and Ammo"

Tracing the history of guns; gun technology found in everyday objects; urine is a key ingredient in gunpowder; the future of ammunition.

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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