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What Is CNC Machining?
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Nearly everything you use in your life was touched by a CNC machine tool. Don't know what a CNC machine tool is? We'll explain.
Can You Correctly ID These Common Pieces of Construction Equipment?
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Can you differentiate between a Phillips screwdriver and a flathead? Do you know what a crawler-loader is? If so, this is the quiz for you! Test your knowledge of all different types of construction site equipment with this ultimate challenge!
Why do some dump trucks have extra moveable axles?
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I see many dump trucks with wheels on two rear axles on the ground and a third axle with elevated wheels that can be lowered. These seem to be used when the truck is full -- but why include what must be expensive hardware to raise and lower the wheels? Why not just keep them down at all times?
How the Bessemer Process Changed the World of Steelmaking
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Uncover the impact of the Bessemer process, which revolutionized steel production and shaped modern society.
How Skywriting Works
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Writing a legible message on paper requires a steady hand; writing one in the sky requires a steady everything.
How Wave Pools Work
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When the heat sets in, there's nothing like a day at the water park to cool things down -- water parks and their massive wave pools are a huge weekend attraction. Ever wonder what kind of machinery it takes to produce a wave? Learn exactly how an oce
How the Pneumatic Tire Keeps the Our World Going 'Round
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The pneumatic tire revolutionized transportation and a number of other industries that rely on air-cushioned rubber tires.
Rube Goldberg: The Man Behind the Ingenious Contraptions
Rube Goldberg, an American cartoonist, became famous for illustrating whimsical, overly complex machines designed to perform simple tasks, now known as Rube Goldberg machines.
The Engine Quiz for Auto Experts
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When you lift the hood of your car, do you see a finely tuned piece of machinery made up of pistons and cylinders, or just a jumble of metal and wires? If you know an engine like the back of your own hand, take the quiz and prove it!
What are fit and finish and why do they matter?
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What are fit and finish and why do they matter? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn about fit and finish and why they matter.