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From the Bow to the Stern: Boating Quiz
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Life on the water is different than life on land. How much do you know about boating? Take this quiz to find out.
How Torque Converters Work
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The torque converter allows the transmission to shift gears in an automatic transmission. Learn about the torque converter and see pictures of a torque converter.
How CO2-powered Dragsters Work
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What are CO2 dragsters? Read about CO2 dragsters and CO2 drag racing at HowStuffWorks Auto.
The 10 Longest Bridges in the World
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Bridges connect people and places, with inspired engineering and views that can't be beat. Here are the 10 longest in the world.
How do they start jet engines on airplanes?
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How do you start a gas turbine engine? What is the mechanism to begin the rotation of the large fan blades?
How Motherboards Work
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Motherboards tie everything in your computer together. Go inside motherboards with diagrams and video and learn about sockets, the CPU and computer memory.
How Well Do You Know Australian Rules of the Road?
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From hook turns to roundabouts, Australia has a number of interesting road rules and conditions. How will you fare in this quiz on Aussie road rules? Test your knowledge on our wacky road rules!
How Windshield Wipers Work
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What began as a hand-cranked system is now automatic, and only getting more so: Some windshield wipers can actually sense rain. Learn the mechanincs behind this essential automotive tool.
How Police Chases Work
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Learn how police officers train for pursuit driving, what equipment they use and what techniques give them an edge over fleeing criminals.
How Gears Work
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If a device has a motor, engine or spring, it probably has gears! But what do gears do, exactly, and how do they do it?