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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?
Could I see a flashlight beam from Earth on the moon?
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If I was on the moon and the earth was black (no lights were on) and a flashlight was turned on facing the moon, would I see the light? If I couldn't, would there be any way to detect any residual matter that came from the light on Earth or does light die after a certain distance?
What's the Point of the Bathroom Exhaust Fan?
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It's not just loud and annoying - a fan is necessary to help stop mold and mildew in the bathroom. But you have to use it correctly.
What Would Your Job in the Air Force Be?
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Being in the Air Force today isn't the same as it used to be. Sure, being a pilot is sexy, but there are many more jobs that might be even better for you. What would your Air Force job be?
What Is Delta Force, the Super Secret Military Group?
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Delta Force is the United States' most elite tactical combat group. Learn about Delta Force and the secrecy surrounding the Delta Force team
How Narco Tanks Work
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What's the deal with so-called narco tanks? Read about the Mad Max-style armored vehicles used for drug trafficking.
Name These Car Logos from One Image in 7 Minutes
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Do you ever eyeball cars around you on the road? Think your visual memory is above average? Then you should be able to identify these car logos.
What Is a Drone?
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They're the stuff of headlines, often characterized as evil in the sky. But what are drones and how do they get off the ground and fly?
10 Surprising Facts About Astronaut Training
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NASA astronauts have to undergo serious training before becoming approved for a trip to space. But some of that training is certainly not what you'd expect.
How Astronauts Work
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Astronauts are adventurers and scientists who work in space. Learn who astronauts are and what they do in space and on Earth.