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Special | 26m 8s
In a Washington University laboratory, scientists are training locusts to sniff out bombs. Scientists have taken the first steps toward creating the illusion that something has disappeared. Scientist searching for a fuel that could replace gasolines have turned to woodchips and sawdust. Engineers working on driverless car technology for ten years and are now tackling the final challenges.
Aired: 01/11/17
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