NOVA - S38E12: Making Stuff: Smarter

Name: Making Stuff: Smarter
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2011-02-09
Duration: 55 min

Feb 09, 2011DocumentarySeason 38, Episode 12

"Making Stuff: Smarter" looks at materials that respond to their environments and even learn, such as an airplane wing that changes shape as it flies. Scientists are turning to nature in developing such "smart" stuff. Sharkskin, for instance, has inspired a substance that, when sprayed in hospitals, could eliminate antibiotic-resistant bacteria. David Pogue visits a scientist who has even created a material that can render objects invisible. "Smarter" concludes with a vision of the ultimate in "life-like" stuff: programmable matter that could create a duplicate of a human being.

Director: Daniel McCabe, Daniel McCabe

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All Episodes - Season 38

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NOVA S38E12 Synopsis

Stream NOVA "Making Stuff: Smarter" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 2011-02-09, this episode is part of Season 38 of NOVA. Directed by Daniel McCabe, the episode showcases skilled craftsmanship behind the camera. With a runtime of 55m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. "Making Stuff: Smarter" looks at materials that respond to their environments and even learn, such as an airplane wing that changes shape as it flies. Scientists are turning to nature in developing such "smart" stuff. Sharkskin, for instance, has ins...