Doug Thake at Coventry University is trying to build a cooler bomb disposal suit.
Grade levels: Senior High (10-12)
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Jay’s Journal: Swearing
Jay discusses new research that seems to prove that swearing or cussing actually reduces pain
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Identifying Ammunition
Go behind the scenes at the Centre of Forensic Sciences to see how ballistics experts identify ammunition and match it to the weapon that fired it.
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Blood Spatters
Intructors at the Criminal Justice Institute at the University of Arkansas recreate crime scenes to teach students and investigators the art and science of reading blood spatters at crime scenes.
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Building a Replica Viking Ship
This pair of Danes are boat builders, sailors, and archaeologists who build replica viking boats that are authentic in every detail.
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Runaway Truck Ramp
Engineers are testing a new catchfence system that will prevent runaway trucks from entering the busiest intersection in Northern Ontario.
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Digital Water Pavillion
The Digital Water Pavillion on the Digital Mile at the 2008 World Expo site in Spain uses water, light, and digital technology to create an amazing display.
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The Pavement Edger/Pothole Patcher
Doug Berman has invented a machine that will dramatically increase the efficiency and safety of road repair crews.
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Swarm Intelligence
Professor Christian Jacob uses sophisticated computer models to try and understand swarm intelligence in an effort to aid in the design better traffic systems.