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The First Steam Powered Ships (02:15)
Chris Barrie sails back in time for a glimpse of the first steam powered ships, and explains how they evolved to become more efficient with less fuel.
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Earthworm Digger (02:07)
Chris Barrie explains how earthworms served as the inspiration for the Full Face Tunnel Borer. Powered by hydraulics, these powerful machines can dig through solid earth with ease.
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Army Off-road Tractor (02:29)
The HAT is the biggest baddest hauling truck the Army has today. It goes off-road and hauls the tanks wherever they need to go. Learn more in "Mega Machines" on TLC.
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Bank Robber Takedown (00:58)
A bank robber fleeing on his motorcycle doesn't get far on his motorbike after an unmarked police car stops him in his tracks.
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Super Tree Spade (02:39)
This super tree spade has the ability to dig up and transport a full-grown tree. Learn the details of this hydraulic beast in "Mega Machines" on TLC.
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Odyssey Launch Platform (02:40)
Visit the Odyssey rocket launch platform in Long Beach, California. This is the only ocean based rocket launcher in the world. Learn more in "Mega Machines" on TLC.
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Flying Boats (03:00)
On this clip from Discovery Channel's, "Massive Engines," Chris Barrie flies the friendly skies on a flying boat. Flying boats could carry up to 50 passengers and were among the largest aircraft of the early 20th century.
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ABG Titan Road Paver (02:59)
This 60,000 pound ABG Titan road paver can spit out a track of tarmac 19 inches thick and 52 feet across in one single pass. Watch how this super paver smoothes an airport runway in "Mega Machines" on TLC.
Although English teams dominate modern Formula One, this wasn't always the way. The Mercedes Silver Arrows were the pride of Hitler's Germany.
The flight deck of a battle-ready aircraft carrier has been called the most dangerous place on earth, but it is far more ordered than an F1 pit lane, where no-one is in charge.
Whoever you are in Formula One, there is always someone out to get you. What does it take to be successful? Everything.
In 1969, Frank Williams hustled his way into the world of Formula One. By the late 1970s he'd made a world class racing team.
Engineers work tirelessly to to upgrade every component of a Formula One car. But one component has more influence on performance than any other.
After trading the racing colours of their home countries for the colours of their sponsors, Formula One came into big money. Mostly from cigarette companies.
In the 1950s, with the likes of Ferrari, Maserati and Alfa Romeo, Italy was the home of motor racing. England was soon to change this with the focus moving from engine power to aerodynamics
In the early days of F1, the driver was the main link between the car and the mechanic.
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