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How Atomic Clocks Work
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When the power goes out and is later restored, how do you know what time to set your clocks to? Have you ever wondered how time is regulated? Learn how scientists determine exact time.
How the Gyroscope Works
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Did you know that airplanes and space shuttles use the utterly low-tech gyroscope for navigation? Discover the secret behind gyroscopic motion!
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?
What Does RAM Do to Speed Up Your Computer?
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If you need a faster computer, adding more RAM may help. Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of making your computer faster with RAM memory.
Pen Pal Activities for Kids
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With pen pal activities for kids you'll keep in touch with friends, family, and the world. Write a letter and learn about pen pal activities for kids.
The Top 30 Songs of Elvis Presley
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Elvis Presley is rightly known as "The King of Rock 'n' Roll." But what were his top 30 songs? Our list includes "Love Me Tender," "Hound Dog" and "Heartbreak Hotel."
Will the $100 laptop help save the developing world?
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The XO laptop was designed to be a lightweight and affordable laptop that is meant for developing countries. Learn about the XO laptop project.
What if Everybody in the U.S. Flushed the Toilet at the Same Time?
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No one knows for sure, but chances are, it would make a terrible mess.
1967-1968 Shelby GT-350 & GT-500
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Carroll Shelby's 1967-1968 Shelby GT-350 and GT-500 combined speed and luxury into one sporty car. Read about the 1967-1968 Shelby GT-350 and GT-500.
How Digital Jewelry Will Work
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In the next wave of mobile computing devices, our jewelry might double as our cell phones, PDAs and GPS receivers. Get a look at these new microdevices.