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How the Orion CEV Will Work
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NASA needs a vehicle capable of carrying crew and payloads to Earth orbit, the moon and Mars. Learn about the basics of the new crew exploration vehicle.
How the Star Wars Program Didn't Work
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Back in 1983 when the Cold War was in full swing, the U.S. was looking for an effective new tactic to deter a nuclear strike. The "Star Wars" missile defensive initiative, however, wasn't it. Why not?
How Lewis and Clark Worked
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Lewis and Clark are famous for exploring the Louisiana Purchase. Learn about the exploration of Lewis and Clark and their Corps of Discovery.
Image Gallery: Amazing Timepieces
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These amazing timepiece pictures explore unusual and exotic time gadgets. Learn more and explore timepiece pictures.
History of Tattooing
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Ever wonder about the history of tattooing? Explore tattoos in history.
Thugster: A Chopper Profile
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The Thugster is a unique, hand-crafted chopper. Explore the details of this radical bike.
Off to the New World: The Christopher Columbus Quiz
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Whether you consider him a visionary explorer or a barbaric invader, there's no doubt that Christopher Columbus was a fascinating guy. How much do you know about the explorer and his many voyages? Take this quiz to find out.
How Neopets.com Works
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Peek behind the scenes at the creators and owners of Neopets and explore the controversies that surround the site.
How a Manual Transmission Works
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Learn the basics of a manual transmission and explore transmission parts and the inner workings of transmissions.
15 Famous Astronauts Who Expanded Our Universe
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Some brave explorers travel across oceans; others blast off into space. This list of famous astronauts celebrates the pioneers of space exploration — those who took "one giant leap" for humankind and expanded our reach beyond Earth.