TV-PG
2023
Science & Nature
Engineering Marvels
Island Observatory Failure
Season 7, Episode 2
: In Puerto Rico, an iconic observatory nestled into a giant crater has to close after cables holding up a critical platform come crashing down. Experts analyze the cumulative effects that led to the collapse of this awe-inspiring structure.
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Engineering Catastrophes
Experts look at engineering blunders that have either caused catastrophes or are disasters waiting to happen. They use cutting-edge technology to examine what went wrong and to figure out if they can be fixed.
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Season 7, Episode 2 - Island Observatory Failure
Release Year:
2023
Rating Information:
TV-PG
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