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Program Title: Modern Marvels (New Episodes)
Telecast date: Every Wednesday, 6 April 2011
Telecast Time: 8pm
Channel: Astro, Channel 555
Program synopsis:
The longest running series on the history of technology, Modern Marvels covers some of the world s most amazing architectural and engineering structures, scientific discoveries and social wonders. These are the stories of the visionaries who believed in their dreams and defied the commonplace with their extraordinary creations.
Behold the creation of stronger and more durable structures, machines and materials to help mankind withstand the ravages of both nature and itself with Built to Last, while Airport Runways tells how these backbones of aviation are built and maintained.
Built To Last, 6 April
Earth, wind, water and fire, both man-made and natural, along with war – have long plagued the human race. For centuries, man has strived to defy these elements and situations by creating stronger, tougher, more long lasting shelters, machines, containers, materials and packaging to help defy the test of time and deny the ruination of society, as we know it. This episode of Modern Marvels uncovers amazing and ingenious ultra-sturdy creations that are BUILT TO LAST!
Airport Runways, 13 April
What do you think about when you gaze out the window as your plane takes off? Probably not about the least heralded part of our infrastructure–airport runways. But runways play a vital role as the backbone of aviation. They’re where rubber meets road and land gives way to sky. Did you know that airports like JFK train falcons to keep little birds from becoming a hazard to the big, shiny birds? Join us for an engrossing look at the brawny concrete and asphalt runways that make aviation possible.
Keep Out, 27 April
KEEP OUT! Either someone has something to protect, or it’s dangerous in there. Challenge the world’s best safecracker to defeat a bank vault, and see the methods a bank uses to protect its money and tellers. Travel to New Mexico to find out how the government plans to keep people away from a nuclear waste site for the next 10,000 years. Tour Master Lock to see how padlocks and combination locks are made. See how facial recognition, irises, and even vein structure “unlock” biometric locks. With Customs and Border Protection, see how officers stop illegal aliens and contraband from entering the U.S. Finally, see how cages and other deterrents tell sharks to KEEP OUT!
This program is available in Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese subtitles.
