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Sir Ken Robinson on Innovation

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Watch this video from TED featuring Sir Ken Robinson on HowStuffWorks. Sir Ken Robinson is author of Out of Our Minds: Learning to be Creative, and a leading expert on innovation and human resources. See how innovation works in this video from TED (www.ted.com)

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Jet Man Flight (1:57)

Watch this Reuters video showing Yves Rossy cross the English Channel using only a rocket-powered wing. This event set a world record.

How C-130s Are Built (5:07)

The C-130 is one of the largest and most powerful cargo planes in the world. Find out how such a mammoth aircraft works in this HowStuffWorks video.

How Roller Coasters Work (1:25)

Roller coasters don't have engines, accelerators or brakes, So what makes roller coaster cars speed up, slow down and loop upside down? Get the inside track on the quintessential thrill ride.

How Helicopters Work (1:11)

Helicopters use various degrees of balance and rotation to fly. Learn how helicopters work in this HowStuffWorks video.

What the Ancients Knew: Samurai Sword Making (2:04)

The Science Channel's series "What the Ancients Knew," follows host Jack Turner as he learns about the ancient art of sword making, passed down through generations in Japan.

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GI Factory: Piloting the Chinook (0:40)

It takes a crew of three to pilot a Chinook CH-47 helicopter, which is equipped with night vision, machine guns and missile warning systems. Learn more about the Chinook on the Military Channel's "100 Greatest Discoveries."

GI Factory: Overview of the Chinook Helicopter (1:31)

The Military Channel's "GI Factory" takes a trip to Philadelphia to look at Boeing's Chinook CH 47 helicopter.

What the Ancients Knew: Egyptian Quarrying (1:03)

The Science Channel's "What the Ancients Knew," explains quarrying as a process of drilling holes in huge pieces of rock to build a base. Our modern equipment for quarrying makes the accomplishments of the ancient Eqyptians even more amazing.

What the Ancients Knew: Pyramid Placement (0:44)

The placement of the Egyptian pyramid was just as important as the building of it. Learn why with host Jack Turner in this clip from The Science Channel's "What the Ancients Knew."

What the Ancients Knew: Glass Blowing (1:57)

Ancient Romans first used clay cups, but they soaked up taste and retained odors. So the Romans created the art of glass blowing for glass cups, making a whole new industry. Learn more on The Science Channel's "What the Ancients Knew."

What the Ancients Knew: Drum Crane (1:19)

Romans built huge buildings and arenas to impress and intimidate their enemies. A drum crane was used to lift and build anything with a massive weight. Learn more with host Jack Turner of The Science Channel's "What the Ancients Knew."

What the Ancients Knew: Roman Cannon Balls (0:47)

Romans used catapults to attack their enemies. Learn more in this video from The Science Channel's "What the Ancients Knew."

What the Ancients Knew: Karakuri Dolls (1:51)

The ancient Japanese designed these remarkable humanoid dolls with springs and gears for entertainment. This was the beginning of Karakuri. Learn more with host Jack Turner on The Science Channel's "What the Ancients Knew."

What the Ancients Knew: The Makyon (1:13)

On The Science Channel series, "What the Ancients Knew," host Jack Turner takes us inside a modern application that checks polished silicon wafers for any imperfections, known as the Makyon.

What the Ancients Knew: Samurai Sword (0:39)

Japanese sword makers have their own secret formula, creating a beautiful hard blade with willow-like flexibility. Learn more about the art of sword making with host Jack Turner from The Science Channel's "What the Ancients Knew."