Extreme Engineering

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Architect Danny Forster travels around the world to "deconstruct" such ultimate construction projects as warships, public works structures, cruise liners and extreme thrill rides. Forster takes viewers inside the head-scratching builds, interviewing on-site architects and engineers to provide a fresh perspective on complex construction techniques and unique architectural challenges. He also tries his hand at some of the jobs at each site and samples the latest computer graphics to gain a greater understanding of the scope and scale of each project.

Rio de Janeiro Power Grid: Episode Image
Episode 2Rio de Janeiro Power Grid

Danny is in Brazil where they are building one of the world's largest hydroelectric projects, tunnelling through seven mountains and building two dams. S6, Ep4

Port of Rotterdam: Episode Image
Episode 10Port of Rotterdam

Danny explores the Port of Rotterdam, where crews are in the middle of the largest Earth-moving project in history, to triple the port's capacity. S6, Ep10

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