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How Does a Silencer Work?

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How in the world can a gun silencer work? How can you possibly take an explosive noise that can damage your hearing and turn it into a little "ffft" sound?

Is the army testing an invisible tank?

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An invisible tank could give any military a distinctive edge on the battlefield. Find out how the British army is developing an invisible tank.

How to Play Street Hockey

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How do you play street hockey? Learn about the gameplay, safety considerations and rules of playing street hockey at HowStuffWorks.

How Flying Humvees Will Work

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How will flying Humvees work? Read about the Pentagon's plans to make Humvees fly at HowStuffWorks.

How to Test Vehicle Braking Distance

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Testing vehicle stopping distance requires some know-how. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn about testing vehicle stopping distance.

How Golf Simulators Work

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Golf simulators are perfect for practicing in the off-season. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about golf simulators.

What's a Mezuzah and What's Inside the Case?

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Many Jewish people will affix a mezuzah, a decorative case, to the doorframe of their houses. What's the significance of this?

Why the Massive Maginot Line Failed to Stop Hitler

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After WWI, the French built a fortress of bunkers at its borders to stop another German invasion. But the Maginot Line has come to have a second meaning as a bad defense strategy.

Hidden History on Two Wheels: The Story of Bessie Stringfield

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She was the first woman to ride solo on a motorcycle across the United States, and was known as the 'Motorcycle Queen of Miami.' And that's just the beginning of her story.

Frédéric Chopin: The Child Prodigy Who Captured the Soul of the Piano

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Frédéric Chopin gave only 30 public performances of his piano works during his lifetime, but his influence on the soul of classical music was immeasurable.

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