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8 Episodes 2011 - 2011
Episode 1
Thu, May 5, 201146 mins
Known Universe examines how man will overcome the dangers in space where just surviving is a tense, daily challenge.
Episode 2
Thu, May 12, 201146 mins
From asteroids containing more metal than ever mined on Earth to planets that may have liquid diamond oceans, man's treasure hunts move into Space and may change our very definition of treasure.
Episode 3
Thu, May 19, 201146 mins
Known Universe explores the secrets of the some of the most powerful stars in the universe.
Episode 4
Thu, May 26, 201146 mins
Known Universe examines how science is rethinking the physics of the universe to transform everyday items and technologies for use in space.
Episode 5
Thu, Jun 2, 201146 mins
National Geographic examines volcanic eruptions and their astonishing effects on humans and entire galaxies.
Episode 6
Thu, Jun 9, 201145 mins
Known Universe reveals the tools, techniques and materials we'll need to create homes and more amongst the stars.
Episode 7
Thu, Jun 16, 201145 mins
Engineering in space represents the future of human civilization but also poses some of our greatest technical difficulties.
Episode 8
Thu, Jun 23, 201145 mins
The world didn't end on 5/21/11 as some feared, but someday it will, and not just on Earth.