S1E4Modern Designs, Modern Problems
Construction relies on cranes to hoist the next high-rise, but when they fail, they make one big mess. Amusement parks use intense G-forces to thrill us. But when the ride stops suddenly, that power can turn against us. Hurricanes and typhoons; these ferocious winds can knock you off your feet or blow down a building. Escalators are great for moving a lot of people, but not so great when they fail.
TV-14 | 09.22.26 | 43:03 | CC
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