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Can a car run on nuclear power?
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Is it possible to make a nuclear-powered car? Learn more about the first nuclear powered car and how we can use nuclear power plant technology.
Could military strategy win the war on global warming?
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Could military strategy win the war on global warming? Learn how aerial reforestation uses military strategy and technology to replant forests.
How Ethernet Works
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Ethernet is one of the most common computer-networking components, and the standardization of this technology has created some of the easiest ways to connect a few computers with or without wires. There's a good chance you're using it right now. Find out what Ethernet is and how it creates a computer network.
How Parallel Computing Works
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Parallel processing allows computer programs to run faster because of the use of more CPUs. Learn more about parallel processing at HowStuffWorks.
How Does an Invisibility Cloak Work?
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With optical-camouflage technology, the invisibility cloak is a reality. Learn what it is.
Nissan 350Z Design
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The Nissan 350Z design was geared to make the car an attainable performance vehicle. Learn more about the Nissan 350 design and check out pictures.
Can You Pass This Woodworking Quiz?
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Woodworking can be a hobby or a profession, but that's where it stops being simple. Woodworking encompasses a huge array of skills and applications, from building dwellings to sculpture, to print making. How much do you really know about it?
How Digital Clocks Work
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When you need to know the time, it's about a 50-50 chance you'll turn to some LEDs to find out. Ever wonder what goes on inside a digital clock or wristwatch? Find out about this basic digital technology -- and learn how to create your own digital timekeeper.
How Brake Assist Works
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Brake assist helps stop a vehicle faster to avoid crashes. Read about cutting-edge brake assist technologies on HowStuffWorks.
How Missile Defense Systems Will Work
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What once was "Star Wars" under Reagan is now National Missile Defense under Bush. Learn more about the technology behind the system.