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A modern materials library Duration: 06:46 A selection of modern and smart materials with their properties. |
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Materials and engineering: luxury yachts and cars Duration: 06:23 A comparison of the materials and engineering used in two luxury products - a yacht and a supercar. |
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The properties and uses of metals Duration: 01:19 An explanation of the three types of metals - ferrous, non-ferrous and alloys - including a description of some of their properties and typical uses. |
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The properties and uses of plastics Duration: 02:27 An outline of the classification, use and disposal of plastics. |
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The properties and uses of wood Duration: 01:58 A summary of the classification and properties of hardwoods, softwoods and manufactured boards. |
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