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How Side Curtain Airbags Work
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Side curtain airbags are poised to be an essential safety feature in many new cars. Read about side curtain airbags and the protection they provide.
The Reagan Administration
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The Reagan administration played a big role in modern American history. Learn more about the Reagan administration at HowStuffWorks.
What Is a Ghost Flight?
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Airlines are flying planes with no passengers, due to the outbreak of coronavirus, but also for economic reasons having nothing to do with disease.
How Is Barometric Pressure Measured and Why?
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Weather forecasters can tell what the weather will be by reading the barometric pressure, but how does it work?
10 Most Expensive Presidential Perks
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The President's benefits are nothing to sneeze at. Read about the perks and benefits you get when you become U.S. President.
Why Chuck Yeager Was the Greatest Pilot of All Time
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Before Yeager did it, people thought it was impossible to break the sound barrier in flight. But he proved them wrong, even flying the plane while nursing two cracked ribs.
How Bunker Busters Work
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Bunker busters penetrate deep into fortified bunkers or underground compounds before exploding. Learn about bunker busters and how they're used in combat.
Top 10 Green Heating and Cooling Technologies
Compared to standard heating and air systems, going green is better for the environment -- and your wallet because they use less energy. So what kind of green HVAC systems are on the market today? Read on to find out.
How the North American Eagle Works
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Team North American Eagle is on course to win the land speed record. Learn who team North American Eagle are and how they could win the race.
Can You Pass a Basic Physics Test?
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Don't worry, this quiz won't test you on quantum and theoretical physics, just the fun, real-world stuff that underlies everything from aviation to baseball to boxing. Get ready to show off your science savvy now!