Ep 20. Mad Trap

Inspector Gadget season 1 episode 20, titled "Mad Trap", follows Gadget and his niece Penny as they investigate the disappearance of a scientist who had come up with a revolutionary solar energy system. The scientist, Dr. Spectrum, was working with a top-secret project called Project Sunburst that aimed to provide the world with cheap and sustainable energy.

Gadget and Penny receive a call from the Global Security Council, informing them of Dr. Spectrum's disappearance. They are sent to investigate his lab and search for any clues that may lead them to his whereabouts. While examining the lab, Gadget activates a security system that triggers a trap, which nearly crushes the duo. They manage to escape and continue to investigate the lab.

As they search for clues, Penny discovers a hidden room leading to an underground laboratory. She sneaks in and overhears a conversation between Dr. Claw and his henchmen. Dr. Claw reveals that he has kidnapped Dr. Spectrum and is holding him hostage in exchange for Project Sunburst's research. He plans to use the technology for his own evil schemes.

Penny relays the information to Gadget, and they hatch a plan to rescue Dr. Spectrum. Gadget believes he can use the ultrasonic waves from his gadget coat to shatter the glass container that Dr. Spectrum is being held in. Penny creates a diversion to distract the henchmen, while Gadget executes his plan.

However, the plan goes awry, and the noise from Gadget's gadget coat attracts a giant robotic insect that attacks them. The duo manages to evade the insect and continue to search for Dr. Spectrum.

They eventually find him in a cell and rescue him. Dr. Spectrum agrees to hand over the Project Sunburst research to Gadget and Penny. However, as they make their way out of the underground lab, they are confronted by Dr. Claw and his henchmen. A battle ensues, and Gadget manages to defeat the henchmen.

Dr. Claw manages to escape, but Gadget and Penny are able to save the day and prevent Dr. Claw from getting his hands on the Project Sunburst research. They return Dr. Spectrum to safety and celebrate their victory.

Overall, "Mad Trap" is an action-packed episode that showcases Gadget and Penny's intelligence and bravery as they work together to solve the case and undermine Dr. Claw's plans. The episode also highlights the importance of sustainable energy sources, as Project Sunburst aims to provide cheap and clean energy for the world.