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Episode: 24

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First aired: 5-Dec-2004

Ming Dynasty Astronaut, Free Energy Devices, Ceiling Fan Death Trap

Synopsis:
Deep in the Mojave Desert Buster takes the hot seat in the MythBusters' quest to test the myth of the Ming Dynasty Astronaut. Will he defy the laws of gravity and survive an explosive launch into space? Or ... not? Then "mad scientists" Adam and Jamie search for a source of free energy, as Adam's stunt double faces nearly losing his head at the hands of the MythBuilders' killer fan. It takes two heads, three fans and five MythBusters to test this head-turning, stomach-churning story.


Myths & Outcomes:
Myth #1: Ming Dynasty Astronaut
Buster makes the ultimate sacrifice testing the myth of the Ming Dynasty Astronaut who strapped rockets to his chair in a bid to launch into space.

Myth #2: Free Energy Devices
Adam and Jamie try to corner the energy market as they test out various free energy devices.

Myth #3: Ceiling Fan Death Trap
Could a common household ceiling fan really be a heads-up death trap?