Season 1

S1 · E1 · 25/05/2012 · 44 min

From Swords to Spy Planes

The technological links that led to the Predator UAV range from swords to beer and freezers.

S1 · E2 · 01/06/2012 · 44 min

From Aqueducts to Oil Rigs

Roman cement leads to the automated control systems used on the world's deepest offshore oil rig.

S1 · E3 · 08/06/2012 · 44 min

From Fireworks to Forensics

The links between ancient Chinese alchemy and the latest technology in crime fighting.

S1 · E4 · 15/06/2012 · 44 min

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.

S1 · E5 · 22/06/2012 · 44 min

From Waterwheels to Mega Jets

Waterwheel innovations link to one of the world's most complex aircraft, the Boeing 777.