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Duration
30 minutes
Series Info
Season 21 Episode 9 of 26

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The programme explores the production techniques behind Indy car seats, paper flowers and standby generators. It details the materials, engineering and craftsmanship involved in creating each item, offering insight into how these diverse products are manufactured, from design concepts to final assembly.

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The programme titled Indy Car Seats/Paper Flowers/Standby Generators is an episode that looks at the way three very different products are put together. It presents a straightforward look at the creation of racing‑car seating, decorative paper blossoms and backup power units, treating each subject with the same level of attention. In the core of the episode the viewer is taken step by step through the manufacturing of each item. The segment on indy car seats follows the progression from raw material to the finished component that ends up in a racing vehicle. The paper‑flower portion shows how flat sheets are transformed into lifelike blooms, while the standby‑generator section outlines the assembly of the essential parts that allow the unit to provide emergency electricity. Beyond the basic walkthrough, the show also touches on the broader context of each production line. It highlights the design considerations that guide the shaping of a car seat, the choice of paper that makes a flower look realistic, and the safety checks that ensure a generator will operate when needed. By keeping the focus on the processes themselves, the episode offers a clear picture of how these varied items move from concept to finished product.

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How It's Made broadcasts on Discovery Science at 6:00pm, Friday, 13 February 2026. (Subtitles)

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Runtime30 mins