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What Is an Internal Combustion Engine?
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Explore the mechanics and inner workings of the internal combustion engine, an innovation of the Industrial Revolution that transformed transportation.
How Steam Engines Work
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Steam engines powered all early locomotives, steam boats and factories -- they fueled the Industrial Revolution. Learn how the steam engine produces power!
The Most Expensive Metal in the World Isn't Gold or Platinum
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Precious metals are not just shiny and attractive; these elements are also incredibly valuable, often used in a wide range of industries from jewelry to high-tech applications.
What Would Your Hollywood Job Be?
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Hollywood isn't just filled with actors and rock stars. As a matter of fact, there are thousands of jobs available for people who don't make it in the movie business. If you lived in Hollywood, what would your job be? Answer these questions to find out.
How Robots Work
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Robots are becoming increasingly sophisticated and lifelike. Learn about robots, the latest robot technology and how close we are to artificial intelligence.
How Answering Services Work
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Answering services are used in a wide variety of industries. Learn more about answering services at HowStuffWorks.
How Much Do You Know About Tractors?
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They're fun, they're useful, and they're not just for the farmland. Tractors can do so much, and there are so many varieties to choose from! In this quiz, we'll test your knowledge of tractors. If you fail, we won't make you plow a field.
Air Superiority: The Military Aircraft Quiz
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Aircraft have been part of military tactics and strategy since before airplanes were invented (there were military balloons!) Check your knowledge of military history and technology with this military aircraft quiz.
How Tape Recorders Work
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Magnetic recording is the backbone of the electronics revolution. Learn how this analog technology lets you store and erase data!
Tree Hot Dogs Are a Real Thing
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Food made from trees may sound odd, but it's not as unusual as you may think. Find out about cellulose in hots dogs from HowStuffWorks Now.