Description |
1 online resource (streaming video file) (50 min. 14 sec.) ; 304771957 bytes |
Series |
Richard Hammond's Engineering Connections ; Series 2, Episode 3 |
Summary |
The mighty British aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious is an airport, city and battleship all rolled into one, but what are the secrets behind the design of this floating powerhouse? Landing on the vast deck in a helicopter, Richard learns how Tower Bridge, a boomerang, a hearing aid and an 18th century seed drill all have links to one of the most remarkable ocean-going craft in the world. (From the UK in English) (Documentary Series) (Part 3 of 6) G CC WS |
Event |
Broadcast 2010-03-27 at 19:30:00 |
Notes |
Classification: G |
Subject |
Aircraft carriers -- Design and construction.
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Boomerangs -- Aerodynamics.
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Illustrious (Ship)
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Warships -- Models.
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United Kingdom.
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Form |
Streaming video
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Author |
Aidroos, Fred, director
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Hammond, Richard, host
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