How It's Made · SEASON 15
Flight Simulators, Bookbinding, Greenhouse Tomatoes, Hurricane-Proof Shutters
Episode 4 · 2010-04-16
- Documentary
Episode overview
Cockpit controls, computer-generated displays and motion systems are integrated into realistic flight simulators. Printed sheets are folded, sewn and enclosed in handcrafted covers using traditional bookbinding methods; tomatoes are cultivated under carefully regulated greenhouse conditions; and reinforced shutters are fabricated and tested to protect windows from hurricane-force winds and flying debris.
21 minutes
Season 15 episodes
1. Kelp Caviar, Luxury Sailboats, Dental Crowns, High-Performance Engines2010-03-26
2. Leather Briefcases, Crop Dusters, Corn Whiskey, Drag Racing Clutches2010-04-02
3. Train Rails, Desalinated Water, Racing Wheelchairs, Parquetry2010-04-09
4. Flight Simulators, Bookbinding, Greenhouse Tomatoes, Hurricane-Proof Shutters2010-04-16
5. Worcestershire Sauce, Lawn Bowls, Radio-Controlled Model Jets2010-04-23
6. Pipes, Rock Climbing Gear, Leather Bike Saddles, Luxury Sports Cars2010-04-30
7. Replica Foods, Traffic Cone Dispensers, Rocking Horses, London Taxis2010-05-07
8. Miniature Furniture, Garden Steam Locomotives, Hovercraft, Folding Bicycles2010-05-14
9. Crosscut Saws, Haggis, Collectible Firearms2010-05-21
10. Alligator Bags, Lockers, Bench Planes, Deployable Flight Recorders2010-05-28
11. Grapples, Flavorings, Dog Sleds, Athletic Shoes2010-06-04
12. Retractable Cords, Wood Frame Sports Cars, Sushi2010-06-11
13. Leather Wallets, French Horns, Soy Sauce, Children's Ride-On Cars2010-06-18
