Extreme Engineering

2003•1 series

Available on Disc. Science

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.

Episode 1Singapore SkyPark

Danny is in Singapore, where the world's first Skypark is being built on top of three skyscrapers. Watch as he helps with some of the heaviest lifts ever tried. S6, Ep1

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

Episode 3Kuwait Tower

Kuwait Towers. Danny Forster is in Kuwait where the world's tallest twisting structure, the Al Hamra tower, is built. Clad in limestone, it is capped by a 17-story open restaurant. S6, Ep2

Episode 4New Orleans Surge Barrier

Danny is in New Orleans where they are building the world's strongest hurricane protection system which includes the largest storm surge barrier ever. S6, Ep3

Episode 5South African Gold Mine

Danny Forster visits the deepest place on Earth; South Africa's Mponeng Gold Mine - the most dangerous construction site on the planet. S6, Ep5

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