How It Works issue 29 out now!

Here is a small taster of the awesome content available in our latest issue.

50 bright innovations for 2012 – How It Works details the most exciting groundbreaking technologies that will shape the year ahead.

The Wave – Discover the breathtaking geology of this unique sedimentary rock formation.

Super structures – Discover how super-tall skyscrapers are designed and engineered to both reach the stars – and stay there.

Mega rockets – The new breed of launch vehicles set to take astronauts to Mars and beyond.

Human cells – The structure of an animal cell is put under the microscope.

The golden age of piracy – From treasure to havens to the pirate code, the life and times of privateers and buccaneers explained.