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How Ballpoint Pens Work
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Before the handy ballpoint, getting a few sentences onto paper was a pretty involved task. Find out how the ballpoint pen stores and manages its own ink supply to make writing a snap.
Exploring the Chinese Space Station Project
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The Chinese space station Tiangong, now with its first crew of astronauts, is scheduled for completion in 2022. What does that mean for the future of the aging International Space Station and multinational space cooperation?
Spider Facts
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Love 'em or hate 'em, you've got to admit that spiders are some pretty impressive, well-equipped animals. Learn about spider facts in this article.
Greatest Moments in Flight
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Flight pictures show photos from aviation history. Take a look at pictures of the most important aircraft in history.
How the Snow Leopard Survives Harsh, Frigid Temperatures
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Often called the "ghosts of the mountains," the elusive snow leopard is one of the most mysterious big cats. Found in the rugged mountain ranges of Central Asia, these beautiful animals are perfectly adapted to their harsh, cold environments.
Unraveling Khipu: The Inca Knot Language
The Incas never invented a system of written language, but khipu is how they communicated. HowStuffWorks looks at the language of the Inca.
What's the world's fastest UAV?
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It's a bird! It's a plane! It's an unmanned aerial vehicle traveling faster than the speed of sound!
How Many Regular Helium Balloons Would It Take to Lift Someone?
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There's actually an equation to figure it out!
Watch Your Six: Military Jet Pictures
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This military jets image gallery shows some of the planes used by the U.S. Air Force. Take a flight through these military jet pictures.
What If We Had No Moon?
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What if Earth had no moon? HowStuffWorks looks at the science behind why we owe our moon some thank yous.