Oct 2, 2008 — In a new series called Factory Floor with Marshall Brain, the National Geographic Channel and engineer whiz Marshall Brain give us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to make some of our most common goods -- from fireworks and escal...
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Fun On The Factory Floor
by Ashley Grashaw
Oct 2, 2008 — In a new series called Factory Floor with Marshall Brain, the National Geographic Channel and engineer whiz Marshall Brain give us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to make some of our most common goods -- from fireworks and escal...Have you ever wondered what gives the tennis ball its signature bounce? Or how the Taser gets its knockout punch? Or what hot dogs are really made of? In a new series called, Factory Floor with Marshall Brain, the National Geographic Channel and engineer whiz Marshall Brain, of HowStuffWorks fame, give us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to make some of our most common goods — from fireworks and escalators to airbags and frozen pizza. So hitch a ride on the conveyor belt, take a turn in the durability lab, and give us a call if you have a question for Marshall.*
* We particularly want to hear what fascinates you about how things are made. And if you work in such a factory, tell us your stories!
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