My Million Dollar Invention

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  • Smithsonian Channel
  • Måndag 20
  • Documentary

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Shock and Awe
Episode overview
What was Edison's controversial role in the invention of the electric chair? What's the little-known link between the Civil War and the Ouija board, or stockings and roller coasters? And .. show full overview
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The Vision Thing
Episode overview
The television, photocopier, speed camera and the Hubble Space Telescope.
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Criminal Riches
Episode overview
How did one man's invention to save soldiers' lives set off an American crime wave? Which common household appliance first existed as a flattened chicken bone adorned with animal hair? .. show full overview
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Danger Magnets
Episode overview
Lightweight body armor, firefighter masks, modern anesthesia and the wingsuit are spotlighted.
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Need for Speed
Episode overview
Transportation innovations are featured, including rubber, the baby stroller and running shoe.
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Life and Death
Episode overview
The pacemaker, metal detector, Gatling gun and 3D printer are featured.
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Guns and Goldmines
Episode overview
The Colt revolver, Monopoly, the cymbal and branch banking are featured.
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The Little Guy
Episode overview
Intermittent wipers, Lego bricks, and the smiley face came from the minds of ordinary people with extraordinary stories.