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How CVTs Work

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CVTs were first conceived more than 500 years ago and are now found in some cars. Learn about CVTs, continuously variable transmissions, and types of CVTs.

How Silly Putty Works

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It's hard to imagine childhood before Silly Putty. Get the scoop on Silly Putty at HowStuffWorks.

Weaving the Story of Kente Cloth, a Historic West African Fabric

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Recognized by its bright colors and rows of bold, woven patterns, kente cloth is more than a piece of fabric. Each kente cloth has meaning, which is conveyed through its colors, patterns and symbols.

How Airport Security Works

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According to the Department of Homeland Security 730 million people travel on passenger jets every year. Are these folks safe? Find out how high-tech solutions are being used to make flying as safe as possible.

How Geronimo Went From Guerilla Warrior to POW

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The life and legacy of Apache warrior Geronimo has been twisted over time. One thing that is certain is he spent much of it avenging the death of his wife and children.

Cobalt: Essential for Batteries and Bright Blues

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Cobalt is associated with the color blue, but it's so needed for rechargeable batteries that the U.S. put it on the list of minerals it can't live without.

How the March on Washington Worked

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The 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom ensured the passage of the Civil Rights Act. But its success was not assured at the beginning.

Are all stock car tracks the same?

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Stock car race tracks differ in size, racing surface and track configuration. Learn all about stock car race tracks at HowStuffWorks.

8 Groovy Fads of the 1960s

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The 1960s were a groovy time, with fads like the lava lamp and go-go boots making their debut. Find out what the grooviest crazes of the 60s were.

9 Outrageous Hollywood Publicity Stunts

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Hollywood relies on publicity stunts interest audiences in its films. Learn about some of the most outrageous of Hollywood's publicity stunts.

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