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How Spy Flies Will Work
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Gathering reconnaissance during battle typically puts small teams of soldiers in harm's way. Tiny robotic flyers, called micro air vehicles (MAVs), could do away with this danger. Learn all about spy flies.
1947-1948 Isotta Fraschini 8C Monterosa
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The 1947-1948 Isotta Fraschini 8C Monterosa marked a return to auto-making for the revered company. Read why and see photos of this stunning classic.
Could Salter's Duck have solved the oil crisis?
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Salter's Duck was a 1970s wave energy invention that lost grant money and fell by the wayside. Find out more about Salter's Duck's energy potential.
How Sidewinder Missiles Work
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A Sidewinder missile weaves through the air toward an enemy target as if it has a mind of its own -- and in a way, it does. High-tech "smart weapons" take most of the guess work out of hitting a target. Find out how Sidewinders seek and destroy.
1935-1936 Plymouth
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The 1935 Plymouth was new from the frame up, featuring major design and engineering advances. Get important information on this Plymouth model.
How Wave Energy Works
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Wave energy could be used to create electricity, replacing the burning of fossil fuels. Find out more about wave energy and how it can be harnessed.
What Is a Hybrid Car? Learn How Hybrid Vehicles Work
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How does a hybrid car improve your gas mileage? And more importantly, does it pollute less just because it gets better gas mileage? Learn how hybrids work, plus get tips on how to drive a hybrid car for maximum efficiency.
The Tuned Mass Damper: How Science Could Earthquake-Proof the Skyscrapers of Tomorrow
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Smart Structures will completely change the way buildings react to earthquakes! See how they will work!
1931-1933 Marmon Sixteen
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The 1931-1933 Marmon Sixteens were exciting automobiles that were fast, light, and good at climbing hills. Learn about the 1931-1933 Marmon Sixteen.
How NASCAR Race Cars Work
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The original NASCAR races were run on dirt tracks in regular street cars. Today, almost every piece of a NASCAR race car is handmade. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how these amazing machines come together.