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History of the Watt Steam Engine
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James Watt's steam engine propelled the world forward. Learn about the Watt steam engine's impact and the innovations that helped make it possible.
How Light Propulsion Will Work
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Like many new technologies, light propulsion was originally conceived as a tool of war and national defense. But the "Star Wars" missile defense system may eventually send rockets, rather than missile-destroying lasers, into space.
Solving a Parabola Equation and Understanding Applications
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We get it: You need help with the parabola equation because those graphs won't draw themselves. Here's how to draw a parabola from an equation.
The Flying Snake Doesn't Fly So Much as Fall With Style
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To some, the thought of snakes flying through the air is the scariest thought imaginable, but, as we'll explain, flying snakes don't actually fly, they "fall with style."
How Skyscrapers Work
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People build skyscrapers primarily because they are convenient -- you can create a lot of real estate out of a relatively small ground area. They're also awe-inspiring. Skyscrapers capture our imagination -- how high can we build them? Learn about the architecture and design of these monumental buildings.
How Gas Pumps Work
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Gas pumps are one of those little things you interact with all the time, but don't know much about. Learn about gas pumps at HowStuffWorks.
A Guide To Stacking Wood Like a Pro
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You just bought a cord of wood for your fireplace, and you need to figure out how to stack it so that it will dry properly. Learn here how to stack a cord of wood.
Can Snakes Really Come Up a Toilet Pipe?
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Snakes are known to hide out in unexpected places. How can snakes come up toilet pipe? Learn more about snakes in toilet pipes at HowStuffWorks.
15 Brown Birds You'll Spot in the Northern Hemisphere
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Brown birds are often ground-dwelling, foraging, nesting birds. In Native American cultures, birds are also sometimes seen as messengers between the spirit world and the physical realm, so a brown bird could be seen as bringing a connection to Earth, home, reliability, simplicity and consistency.
Easy Yo-Yo Tricks
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Easy yo-yo tricks are perfect for beginning yo-yoers of all ages. Learn how to perform a Sleeper, Around the World, and the most popular yo-yo tricks.