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What were Nikola Tesla's famous inventions?
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Nikola Tesla was a pretty cool guy. Companies and rock bands have been named for him, and he pops up in Hollywood movies regularly. Not bad for one of history's greatest inventors. But what did he do to earn his fame? Here are some of Tesla's standout inventions.
The Fascinating History of the Mimeograph Machine
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The Old-School Copy Machine That Revolutionized the Way We Communicate. Learn about the history, design, and benefits of mimeograph
Why Don't All Food Cans Have Pull Tabs?
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You can open a can with a can opener, but a can with a pull tab is even easier to open. So, why don't more cans come with pull tabs?
History of the Watt Steam Engine
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James Watt's steam engine propelled the world forward. Learn about the Watt steam engine's impact and the innovations that helped make it possible.
ATV Towing Tips
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ATV towing can be tricky if you don't know what you're doing. Check out these ATV towing tips from HowStuffWorks to make sure that things go smoothly.
How Inventory Management Systems Work
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Retailers replenish stock with automatic programs. Learn how inventory management systems work.
How Steam Shovels Work
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Antique steam shovels can still be found rusting away at old mining sites or painstakingly restored and on display in museums the world over. How much do you know about these mammoth-sized digging tools?
How Hollywood Screen Siren Hedy Lamarr Helped Pioneer WiFi and GPS
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Hedy Lamarr's twin passions were acting and inventing. During World War II, she came up with a secret communication system that paved the way for technology like WiFi and GPS. But for decades, people thought this was an urban legend.
8 Things Invented or Discovered by Accident
From cornflakes to Silly Putty, many of the things we consume today were created unintentionally. Here are the stories behind eight well-known inventions.
How SuperBalls Work
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SuperBalls are a lot of fun, but how did they get so popular? Learn all about SuperBalls at HowStuffWorks.