Discovery Science Thursday

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A look at how waste is collected in Venice, how Australia's famous sheepskin boots are made, and how pond algae is turned into a health supplement

Examining how rosebuds are turned into Turkish delight, and how sunscreen is made to block out harmful UV light. Plus, how to hammer out a silver spoon

Despite Pluto's appearance as a dark and frozen world, scientists investigate whether there might be warm liquid water beneath the surface

The documentary series investigates dark matter, a mystery that continues to elude scientists today, and one that could be behind the formation of supermassive black holes

Astronomers have discovered bizarre planets very different to Earth out in the galaxy, but will a planet similar to our own will ever be found

An exploration of the technology behind the world's most powerful ships, including cruise liners and oil tankers

A countdown of some of the world's most powerful vehicles, including the Bugatti Veyron and Thrust SSC, which secured the world land speed record after reaching 763mph in 1997

Experts use cutting-edge technology to explore the myths surrounding the legendary lost city of Troy

Experts use cutting-edge technology to reveal what lies beneath Mount Rushmore, one of North America's most iconic landmarks

Declassified files detail how three cosmonauts died in mysterious circumstances while re-entering Earth's atmosphere. Plus, a Nasa rover discovers clues that help solve a murder

Declassified files illustrate how two astronauts trapped in the vacuum of space faced an agonising death. Plus, close-up images of Pluto reveal a distinctly alien landscape

Astronauts evacuate when a strange mystery object is spotted hurtling through space toward the ISS. Plus, a secret agent tries to recover missing moon rocks

An insight into how the minerals that are an essential ingredient in glass cookware are mined, and a look at how money is kept safe and secure inside cash machines

A look at how to build a port ready to receive the world's biggest container ships, and how 28 million plastic bags are made every day

An insight into how the world's most expensive vinegar is made, how divers keep dry and warm in the freezing ocean, and how to build a plane that can fly upside down

A look at the process of forging super steel to make cars lighter, greener and safer, and how Australia's 80 million sheep are sheared every spring

The technological processes involved in keeping people comfortable, entertained and safe with the latest aircraft seats, and a look at the design of bras with aerospace technology

How plasterboard is made from power station smoke, the casting of the world's top awards, and how planes are built that can take off and land almost anywhere

More everyday items go under the microscope, revealing their production processes. This time, the programme examines how dumplings and brass faucets are made

More everyday items go under the microscope, revealing their unique production processes. This time, the programme examines the way that saxophones are made

The development of manufacturing processes, including the making of prefabricated conservatories and copper cookware

The development of manufacturing processes, including the making of leaf and debris vacuums, canned meat and fillet knives

The development of car manufacturing processes, continuing with a visit to the birthplace of the Alfa Romeo 4C to reveal its inner workings

The crew visits the birthplace of the Pagani Huayra, revealing its inner workings and impressive exterior

The crew visits the birthplace of the Caterham Seven, revealing its inner workings and impressive exterior

The team visits the birthplace of the Bugatti Veyron, and examines the car's inner workings

Declassified files detail how three cosmonauts died in mysterious circumstances while re-entering Earth's atmosphere. Plus, a Nasa rover discovers clues that help solve a murder

Declassified files illustrate how two astronauts trapped in the vacuum of space faced an agonising death. Plus, close-up images of Pluto reveal a distinctly alien landscape

Astronauts evacuate when a strange mystery object is spotted hurtling through space toward the ISS. Plus, a secret agent tries to recover missing moon rocks

Marine archaeologists reveal the secrets of the sunken town of Baiae, which lies on the seabed of the Bay of Napless

Experts reveal the secrets of Thermopylae, the site of an iconic ancient battle where it is said 300 Spartan warriors lost their lives

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