Power Trip: The Story of Energy

Space

Modern energy takes us on a journey to the final frontier. This episode traces the history of space travel, with a focus on the energy innovations making it possible. Lifting off into space depends on modern energy, and surviving in space also requires energy. Energy is required at every step in space exploration, and new forms of energy must be developed to reach other star systems.

Space

56m 49s

Modern energy takes us on a journey to the final frontier. This episode traces the history of space travel, with a focus on the energy innovations making it possible. Lifting off into space depends on modern energy, and surviving in space also requires energy. Energy is required at every step in space exploration, and new forms of energy must be developed to reach other star systems.

Previews + Extras

  • Space Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Space Preview

    S2 E1 - 30s

    Modern energy takes us on a journey to the final frontier. This episode traces the history of space travel, with a focus on the energy innovations making it possible. Lifting off into space depends on modern energy, and surviving in space also requires energy. Energy is required at every step in space exploration, and new forms of energy must be developed to reach other star systems.

  • Energy In Space: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Energy In Space

    S2 E1 - 3m 37s

    An excerpt from 'Space.' Astronaut Charles Bolden describes his personal experience of launching into space.

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