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How EUVL Chipmaking Works
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Current chip-producing methods will reach the speed limit in the not-so-distant future. Extreme ultraviolet lithography is the future of computer-chip manufacturing. Find out all about EUV chipmaking.
How Do Catapults Work?
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How does the ancient catapult work? It doesn't seem like twisted rope and wooden gears or levers would be able to get up the speed to launch heavy loads a great distance.
How Concordes Work
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The only passenger plane that flies faster than the speed of sound, and can get from New York to London in less than four hours, is calling it quits. Learn how this amazing plane works.
What Is the Fastest Snake in the World?
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According to a University of Michigan study, snakes won the evolutionary jackpot, partly because of their speed. These stealthy ambush predators can really get moving when they need to chase down prey or escape danger.
What Is the Formula for Velocity?
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Many people get speed and velocity confused. It's no surprise because the terms are often used interchangeably. But they're not quite the same thing. So how do you find the velocity of an object?
How the Airborne Internet Will Work
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Imagine using a high-speed wireless Internet connection originating from an aircraft flying over your city. Learn about the airborne Internet and how you might use this technology in the near future.
Which Sports Car Are You?
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Rev up your engine and put the pedal to the metal, it's time to see what this baby can do. Let's find out which vehicle best fits with your particular need for speed.
10 Ugliest Car Designs We've Seen Available to Consumers
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Design is subjective, but some vehicles push the limits of automotive taste. The ugliest car can’t always be measured by sales or speed, but by how often people do a double take—and not in a good way.
Eastern Brown Snake: Australia's Biggest Biting Culprit
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Eastern brown snakes are among the most notorious venomous snakes in Australia. Known for their speed, agility and highly potent venom, these snakes are responsible for more snake bites in Australia than any other species.
How the Blue Racer Snake Lives Up to Its Name
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Known for its striking blue coloration and incredible speed, the blue racer snake is found primarily in the Midwest. These snakes are nonvenomous and play an essential role in their ecosystems, helping to control populations of small mammals and other prey.