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How can someone lie on a bed of nails without getting hurt?
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A bed of nails is typically associated with circus performances. Find out how performers are able to lie on a bed of nails without injuring themselves.
4 Occupations Prone to Sinus Trouble
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Most people have to deal with sinus problems a few times a year, but for some it comes with the job. Learn about occupations prone to sinus problems.
How Does AC Work in a Car?
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If you're buying a new car, you know air conditioning is almost certainly a standard feature. But it wasn't long ago when AC was an expensive option. Find out how this now nearly universal feature works.
The Byford Dolphin Accident: How 5 Deep-Sea Divers Met Grisly Deaths
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In 1983, the worst-ever diving accident occurred. Five people working on an oil rig experienced explosive decompression, which caused them to die in horrific ways.
How Mufflers Work
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Mufflers cancel out most of an engine's noise. Find out how mufflers cancel sound waves, why engines are so loud, and look inside a muffler to learn about backpressure.
How Space Suits Work
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We are seeing a lot more space suits now that the international space station is occupied. Learn how space suits work and why they cost $12 million each!
How Hot Air Balloons Work
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Hot air balloons are about as simple as flying can get - no engine, no moving parts really, and very little the pilot can do to control the vehicle. Find out what it's like to fly a hot air balloon!
How Aerosol Cans Work
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They dispense everything from hairspray to cleaning products to whipped cream. Without them, you'd be doing a whole lot of pumping.
How Does the Beer Can Widget Work?
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When I open a can of Guinness or some of the other upscale beers from Europe, I notice that a plastic ball shaped widget inside the tin releases gas to aerate the beer. How does this work?
How Blowtorches Work
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Blowtorches produce an exceptionally hot flame and harnesses that heat to mold and cut metal. Learn how the blowtorch revolutionized welding.