Ancient Discoveries

Season 1 Episode 3: Heron of Alexandria

Robotics" is all about the great Heron of Alexandria, a clever machinist who used principles of air compression, wind power, and basic mechanics to swindle religious worshipers and entertain the masses at the theater. He also essentially invented the steam engine!

Genre:

Documentary

Seasons:

6

Episodes:

42

Cast:

Sean Barrett

Quality:

HD

Duration:

60 min

First Air:

2003

Rating:

8.9