Name: Beyond Invention
Released: 2004-04-01T00:00:00.000Z

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Beyond Invention is a series about the scientists, inventors and researchers who search for truth beyond normal boundaries and shatter our illusions of reality.

Documentary · 2004 · 48 min

EPISODE 1

Animal Inspired Innovations

In this episode, we discover the future of animal inspired inventions. The strength of spider silk may one day be able to save lives, but surprisingly ties in to the similarities in goat milk. Go inside the world of genetic modification of the goat. Learn what makes the gecko so capable of sticking to surfaces so easily. We'll discover the robot predator created to ward off the seagulls.

47 min · Apr 1, 2004
EPISODE 2

A.I.

Step into the world of artificial intelligence in this episode. A scientist builds flying robots. A cyberpioneer creates life inside of the computer with the ultimate goal of a virtual world. A mechanical engineer brings smart swarming bugs to the military, Dr. Larry Speltzer. We journey to his lab in New Mexico, where we discover some of the inventions he has worked on.

48 min · Apr 1, 2004
EPISODE 3

Cloning

Scientists study if cloning can save endangered species, and perhaps even rebuild animals that have already gone extinct. A cult claims to have already cloned a human being. A scientist believes that we can live forever through our DNA. A scientist is looking to clone family pets, after experiencing a special connection with his own at a younger age. A woman hopes to bring back her beloved dog.

48 min · Apr 1, 2004
EPISODE 4

Enhancing Sex

In this episode, we learn about inventions to fit different sexual needs, and improving feelings of sexuality. We meet the creator behind Ultimo, a bra company which defies gravity. Learn about the designing and testing of new sex toys. As well, discover the history of sex toys. A company creates silicon dolls of life size women for men.

48 min · Apr 1, 2004
EPISODE 5

Gadgets

Different gadgets are explored in this episode. A man creates a line of toys to entertain kids, such as the laser light and th bazooka. He attempts to build his own spaceship. An invention is created to ward off sharks by placing it around your leg. A musician turns dreams into a musical reality by building instruments with technology in them.

46 min · Apr 1, 2004
EPISODE 6

New Energy

In this episode, learn about the world's energy, and new ways that are being discovered to power the planet. A man makes objects float in the air after experimenting with radio waves. Another inventor levitates UFO's in his basement using lifter technology. Another man believes he has discovered a new form of energy that could save the planet.

45 min · Apr 1, 2004

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