Air Date
May 25, 2012
Episodes
5 episodes
The Link
Season 1
Episodes
1. From Swords to Spy Planes
May 25, 2012
44 min
The technological links that led to the Predator UAV range from swords to beer and freezers.
2. From Aqueducts to Oil Rigs
June 1, 2012
44 min
Roman cement leads to the automated control systems used on the world's deepest offshore oil rig.
3. From Fireworks to Forensics
June 8, 2012
44 min
The links between ancient Chinese alchemy and the latest technology in crime fighting.
4. From Ploughs to Super Cars
June 15, 2012
44 min
Technology is all around us. From computers to cameras, cell phones to satellite navigation—our dependence on technology has never been greater.
5. From Waterwheels to Mega Jets
June 22, 2012
44 min
Waterwheel innovations link to one of the world's most complex aircraft, the Boeing 777.
