Thursday, November 3rd, 2016
Season 2016 Episode 6035 | 25m 15sVideo has Closed Captions
Developing new textiles, harvesting oysters, handcrafting fine instruments & bowls.
Researchers are studying spider silk with the goal of developing a more durable material to use in making protective gear for soldiers. Coastal residents work to make a living harvesting oysters. A Wilson man uses reclaimed wood to make beautiful snare drums. And a Reidsville man turns his hand to carving traditional wooden bowls.
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Thursday, November 3rd, 2016
Season 2016 Episode 6035 | 25m 15sVideo has Closed Captions
Researchers are studying spider silk with the goal of developing a more durable material to use in making protective gear for soldiers. Coastal residents work to make a living harvesting oysters. A Wilson man uses reclaimed wood to make beautiful snare drums. And a Reidsville man turns his hand to carving traditional wooden bowls.
Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback
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