Search Results | lock
Your search for "lock" returned 1,448 results
Everyday Science: Gear Quiz
play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/gear-quiz
Whether you know it or not, you probably use gears several times each day. Gears are used in a wide variety of mechanical devices including wrist watches, bathroom scales, washing machines and, of course, automobiles.
5 Things You Didn't Know About Squirrels
animals.howstuffworks.com/mammals/5-things-you-didnt-know-the-squirrels.htm
If you look outside your window right now, you'll probably see one running up a tree or checking you out. How did the squirrel get so commonplace?
How Stinger Missiles Work
science.howstuffworks.com/stinger.htm
The Stinger missile is a deadly man-portable air-defense system (MANPADS) that can be rapidly deployed by ground troops. It's lightweight, combat-proven and has a greater than 90 percent success rate. So how are Stingers used and against whom?
How Car Computers Work
auto.howstuffworks.com/under-the-hood/trends-innovations/car-computer.htm
Cars seem to get more complicated with each passing year. Today's cars might have as many as 50 microprocessors on them. Essentially, you're driving around in a giant computer. Learn all about it.
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.
Alligator vs. Crocodile: What's the Difference?
animals.howstuffworks.com/reptiles/alligator-vs-crocodile.htm
The difference between alligators and crocodiles stems from jaws and teeth. Learn how you can tell the difference between alligators and crocodiles.
Could your car get a computer virus?
auto.howstuffworks.com/car-computer-virus.htm
Could your car get a computer virus? Find out if your vehicle could be at risk of a computer virus attack at HowStuffWorks.
Is It Bad if Your Brake Pedal Goes to the Floor?
Have you ever hit your brakes and had the pedal go all the way to the floor? It shouldn't happen, and you should get it checked out as soon as possible if it does.
What to Do After You've Been Robbed
home.howstuffworks.com/green-living/after-youve-been-robbed.htm
Do you wonder what to do after you've been robbed? Check out this article learn what to do after you've been robbed.
What are quick-time events?
electronics.howstuffworks.com/quick-time-events.htm
Video games often require you to think on your fingertips. Learn all about quick-time events at HowStuffWorks.