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How Robots Work
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Robots are becoming increasingly sophisticated and lifelike. Learn about robots, the latest robot technology and how close we are to artificial intelligence.
How Astronauts Work
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Astronauts are adventurers and scientists who work in space. Learn who astronauts are and what they do in space and on Earth.
10 Advancements in Environmental Engineering
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Environmental engineering existed long before it had a name. It began at the dawn of civilization when we started changing our surroundings to meet our needs.
Elvis Presley Collectibles
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There have been a number Elvis Presley collectibles produced throughout his life that reflected the stages of his career. Elvis's manager, Colonel Tom Parker, used collectibles as a way to market his client. Learn about Elvis collectibles.
What if I looked straight at an eclipse of the sun?
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Looking at a solar eclipse without proper eye protection can cause eye damage -- even blindness. Learn how to view an eclipse safely at HowStuffWorks.
How much power does a small transformer consume when plugged in but not doing anything?
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How much power does a small transformer consume if it is plugged in but not doing anything? Learn how much energy and money you could be saving.
Nebular Theory Might Explain How Our Solar System Formed
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The nebular theory, also known as nebular hypothesis, presents one explanation of how the solar system was formed, proposed by Pierre Simon de Laplace in 1796.
What Causes Seasons? Earth's Tilt and Orbit
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What causes the seasons? Why are the seasons reversed in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres? And if the Earth moves in an elliptical orbit around the Sun, why don't we have two summers and two winters every year?
1940 Packard Darrin One-Eighty Victoria Convertible
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The 1940 Packard Darrin One-Eighty Victoria Convertible ragtop was known as a status symbol. See photos and learn more about this sporty car.
The ZZ Top Eliminator: Profile of a Hot Rod
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Billy F. Gibbons had a 1933 Ford restored into what became known as the Eliminator coupe. Learn more about the ZZ Top Eliminator and other hot rods.