TED Talks
Danny Hillis: Back to the future (of 1994)
From deep in the TED archive, Danny Hillis outlines an intriguing theory of how and why technological change seems to be accelerating, by linking it to the very evolution of life itself. The presentation techniques he uses may look...
Wonderscape
The Evolution of the Global Supply Chain: From Local to Worldwide
Discover the history of the global supply chain, from the Silk Road to modern innovations like containerization and digital technology. Learn how advancements in transportation and communication, such as steamships, railroads, and the...
Curated Video
Corradino D’Ascanio: the Man Who Invented the Helicoper and the Vespa
Researchers, historians, engineers, friends, and relatives describe the ups and downs of Corradino D’Ascanio, the man who invented the helicopter, the variable pitch propeller, and the most famous scooter in the world: the Vespa. He was...
Curated Video
The Lasting Legacy of the Man Who Invented the Vespa
Corradino D'Ascanio never felt a strong personal connection to the Vespa, considering it merely a project he completed under Piaggio's direction, with his true passion always being the development of the helicopter. Despite his lack of...
Curated Video
How the Vespa Became a Transporation Icon
An early design of the Vespa, the MP6 prototype was quickly approved by Piaggio as it aligned closely to the company's market research about the type of vehicle people wanted. Despite initial hesitance from the public, the Vespa quickly...
Curated Video
How the Vespa Was Invented
After his initial partnership, Corradino D'Ascanio was hired by Piaggio as the designer for the "adjustable pitch helix" and later became Project Manager for the Air Force. Despite his success in aircraft design, the destruction of the...
Curated Video
Sebacks in Helicopter Design and Innovation
Corradino D'Ascanio's collaborated with Piaggio to develop and refine the "adjustable pitch helix," improving aircraft engine performance. While working on various helicopter prototypes from 1936 to 1952, the project faced funding...
Curated Video
A Life Devoted to Love and Inventions
Corradino D'Ascanio married Paola Paolini, a musician from a wealthy family, in 1917. Their relationship was marked by deep love and creative communication, like his invention of a telephone system to speak with her secretly. Despite...
Curated Video
Unrealized Ambitions: D'Ascanio's Helicopter and the Battle for Recognition
When D'Ascanio believed his helicopter designs were ready for flight, he entered an Air Force contest despite significant administrative obstacles and lack of support. Although his helicopter was accepted and funds were allocated for a...
Curated Video
Baron Trojani's Archive: the Many Innovations of Corradino D'Ascanio
The archive of Baron Trojani, who managed the commercial aspects of Corradino D'Ascanio's projects contains various innovative designs, including record-keeping systems and aeronautics mechanisms. D'Ascanio created numerous patents to...
Curated Video
The Future of Transportation: Innovations to Revolutionize Travel
Explore the revolutionary advancements in transportation technology that are set to transform how we travel by 2030. Discover self-driving cars, elevated buses that reduce traffic congestion, supersonic trains, and the groundbreaking...
Curated Video
Bicycles: From the Dandy Horse to a Modern Marvel
This video provides a concise history of the bicycle, from its early designs to the modern-day advancements. It highlights key moments in the vehicle's evolution and emphasizes the benefits of cycling, including its affordability, low...
Curated Video
CHINA: COMMERCIAL MAGNETIC LEVITATION TRAIN
Shanghai, China, January 23 2001 and FILE
1. Wide shot of mayor shaking hands with Germans
2. Wide shot people shaking hands
3. Close and tilt-up from hands shaking to people's faces
4. Pan shot of people sitting talking
5. Close shot...
Curated Video
Commuters can now use mobile phones to travel instead of tickets
London, UK - 15 March 2007
1. Various of high shot of people coming through ticket barriers
2. Various of people queuing to buy tickets at ticket counter in train station
3. Woman buying ticket from ticket machine on concourse
4. People...
Bloomberg
Do Autonomous Cars Really Make Us Safer?
Aug. 25 -- U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx comments on the safety of autonomous vehicles during an interview with Bloomberg's Emily Chang on "Bloomberg Markets."
Curated Video
Last-minute tests on world's longest high-speed rail route
Beijing - 22 December 2012
1. Tilt up from mid of high-speed train front, to wide of station
2. Close up of Chinese name: (Mandarin) "Harmony" at the front of the train
3. Close up of train stewardess' profile
4. Wide of platform with...
Curated Video
Amtrak is proposing to spend $50 million on preliminary engineering and design for two new rail tunnels under the Hudson River to link New Jersey and New York City.
HEADLINE: Amtrak, senators push new Hudson rail project
CAPTION: Amtrak is proposing to spend $50 million on preliminary engineering and design for two new rail tunnels under the Hudson River to link N.J. And N.Y. The proposal comes...
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Putin hosts leaders of world's largest gas exporting nations
1. Wide of Russian President Vladimir Putin entering room of dignitaries attending meeting of the world's largest gas exporting nations standing
2. Wide of Putin greeting Bolivian President Evo Morales
3. Wide of Iranian President...
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Self-drive supermarket trolley among vehicles at Taipei show
LEAD IN:Some of the most advanced environmentally friendly vehicles are being showcased at Taipei International Auto Parts and Accessories Show (AMPA) in Taiwan.They include a trolley that pushes itself around the supermarket and a...
Curated Video
Self-drive supermarket trolley among vehicles at Taipei show
FOR CLEAN VERSION SEE STORY NUMBER: 4030650LEAD IN:Some of the most advanced environmentally friendly vehicles are being showcased at Taipei International Auto Parts and Accessories Show (AMPA) in Taiwan.They include a trolley that...
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WRAP Israeli shelling, Israeli house hit by rocket, Haifa reax, Peretz comment
Northern Israel side of Israel/Lebanon border at dawn
1. Wide of Israeli army tank firing shell toward Lebanon AUDIO firing
2. Wide of Israeli army tank firing shell toward Lebanon AUDIO firing
3. Close up of tank cannon firing shell...
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Malaysian PM holds talks with Abe ahead of Japan ASEAN summit
Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak met for bilateral talks with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Tokyo on Thursday, ahead of the Japan-ASEAN summit which opens on Friday.
The Malaysia-Japan talks centred around an agreement...
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GERMANY: GERMAN, SWEDISH AND SWISS RAILWAY ENGINEERING MERGER
The European Union Commission has given it's blessing to a merger which will create the world's largest railway engineering company.
The rail engineering divisions of Germany's Daimler-Benz AG and Swedish-Swiss engineering group A-B-B,...