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Which Military Aircraft Are You Meant to Fly?
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You yearn to fly high in a jumpsuit! That could mean many things! Do you want to know what equipment you should fly in the U.S. military? Take this quiz to find out!
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.
Afterglow: Profile of a Custom Car
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The Afterglow custom car was designed as a modern tribute to the Jimmy Summers Mercury. Learn more about the Afterglow and other custom cars.
1983 Honda CX650T
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The 1983 Honda CX650T motorcycle was a turbocharged wonder but led to a technology dead end. Find out why and see pictures of the 1983 Honda CX650T.
How Wacom Tablets Work
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Wacom tablets aren't your average tablet PCS. Find out how Wacom tablets let you get creative with digital art.
How Crumple Zones Work
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Crumple zones are areas of a vehicle that are designed to deform and crumple in a collision. Read this article to find out how crumple zones work.
Russian Gun-wielding Robot Totally 'Not a Terminator,' Says Russian Official
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The android known as FEDOR used pistols to display its decision making and dexterity, officials said, not as a preview of robot warfare.
What Does a Camshaft Do?
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Camshafts have a great effect on engine performance. Learn about camshafts, single and double overhead cams, pushrod engines and camshaft design.
Who Invented the Toilet? A Brief History of the Flush
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Who invented the toilet? While we wish it were so, it wasn't Thomas Crapper. Surprisingly, toilet design hasn't changed much since the first "water closet" patent in the 1500s.
How Stock Car Aerodynamics Work
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Stock car aerodynamics are affected by a number of things, including downforce and life. Learn more about stock car aerodynamics at HowStuffWorks.