Understanding Greek and Roman Technology: From Catapult to the Pantheon Season 1 Episode 2 The Substance of Technology--Materials
- TV-PG
- December 13, 2013
- 28 min
Study the engineering materials available in classical antiquity. First look at the simple physics of compression and tension. Then consider six specific materials: stone, wood, clay, copper, bronze, and iron. Examine how they came into use and how their properties influenced the design of technological systems.
