Impossible EngineeringSeason 1

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A series that explores engineering mega-projects worldwide and relates them back to the original scientific discoveries that made these modern-day projects possible.

Where to Watch Impossible Engineering • Season 1

6 Episodes

Mega Bridge
E1
Mega BridgeThe Rion Antirion Bridge is an engineering colossus, spanning almost two miles. Discover how engineers conquered deep water and hurricane force winds to build a structure that could stand strong in one of the most active earthquake zones on our planet.
Ultimate Warship
E2
Ultimate WarshipConstruction of the aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth, the largest warship in the history of the British Royal Navy, is chronicled; also featured are the US-made F-35b fighter jets that will be stationed aboard her.
Skyscraper of the Future
E3
Skyscraper of the FutureSoaring over 2,000 feet into the sky, the Shanghai Tower is the second tallest building in the world, and a futuristic engineering marvel. Discovery how cutting-edge technology means that the building's occupants will never feel it sway.
Ultimate Airport
E4
Ultimate AirportThe Kansai International Airport in Osaka Bay, Japan, is built on the largest man-made island in the world. Discover how engineers built an artificial island on top of clay seabed to make the most daring engineering project of modern times a success.
World's Fastest Train
E5
World's Fastest TrainA look at the Shanghai Transrapid maglev train, the fastest public passenger train in the world. It reaches a speed of 268 miles per hour in its 19-mile, 7-minute trip from the city of Shanghai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
World's Largest Plane
E6
World's Largest PlaneWe take the world's largest plane apart and show what makes this engineering marvel so incredible. Explore the Airbus A380 inside and out, and discover how its engineers redefined the limits of modern aviation.