Impossible Engineering

Impossible Engineering is the illuminating series about the breakthroughs that have shaped breathtaking feats of modern construction.

Impossible Engineering

Impossible Engineering

Series 2 | Episode 3

The world's largest power station, the Three Gorges Dam spans the Yangtze in China. Discover how the pioneering work of Nikola Tesla led to this engineering triumph.

Impossible Engineering

Impossible Engineering

Series 1 | Episode 4

Learn about the ambitious construction of Kansai International Airport in Japan, which is built on a man-made island and can withstand destructive natural disasters.

Impossible Engineering

Impossible Engineering

Series 1 | Episode 5

Marvel at the sheer brilliance of the Maglev Shanghai Train, the world's fastest commercial train which can reach speeds of over 400km/h - even with leaves on the line.

Impossible Engineering

Impossible Engineering

Series 1 | Episode 2

The building of this 3km-long bridge in Greece faced may obstacles - not least seismic activity. Discover how an improbable feat of engineering was accomplished.

Impossible Engineering

Impossible Engineering

Series 1 | Episode 1

How on earth was the Navy's mammoth HMS Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier built? Discover the cutting-edge engineering techniques behind this mobile megastructure.

Impossible Engineering

Impossible Engineering

Series 1 | Episode 3

The Shanghai Tower is the world's second tallest building and is designed to withstand earthquakes and typhoons. Learn more about this triumph of engineering.

Four Examples of Engineering Genius

Four Examples of Engineering Genius

How human ingenuity has led to the creation of spectacular structures.

About Impossible Engineering

About Impossible Engineering

Behind every impossible marvel of modern engineering is a cast of historic trailblazers.

Episode Guide

Each episode details how giant structures and record-beating buildings are built.

Dan Cruikshank's Bridges of London

Dan Cruikshank's Bridges of London

Dan Cruickshank explores London and the secrets of the bridges that have made it.

The Golden Age of Canals

The Golden Age of Canals

Gina McKee narrates this affectionate celebration of Britain's canals.