How To Make Stone Tools In A Survival Situation | Basic Instincts | WIRED

Bill Schindler, an experimental archaeologist, explains how stone tools allow humans to overcome physical limitations. He demonstrates the process of creating sharp edges from rocks, explaining the geological properties required for success and the physics of fracturing. From simple flakes to complex bifacial hand axes, these tools are the foundation for survival, enabling fire-making, butchery, and shelter.