Colossal Machines

Sunday 8am

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Colossal Machines

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Synopsis

We take a fascinating journey into the inner workings of the world's most mammoth machines to explore the state-of-the-art technology and engineering extremes behind their behemoth size.

Episodes

  • Crush, Smash, Shred

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    From gearless mill drives to explosive clearing vehicles to giant metal shredders, the mystery of how they work is revealed.

  • Power of the Atom

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    Contrary to popular opinion, nuclear energy can be very beneficial. In many industries, it's being used to advance technology in unbelievable ways.

  • Fire and Rescue

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    Catastrophic events often require life-saving machines, and in order to function reliably, they have a certain technological mystery.

  • Titan Transports

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    Industries from all over the world depend on freight aircraft, offshore vessels and electric trains to increase overall productivity.

  • Next Gen Power

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    With each generation, technological advances match the challenges of the economy. Experts share the latest science behind these machines.

  • Speed Demons

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    The need for speed has been met with a superclass of machines. Experts investigate the design of some of the fastest machines in the world.