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How Icemakers Work
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Icemakers use an electric motor, a water valve and an electrical heating unit to pour, freeze and extract ice cubes. Learn about home and commercial icemakers.
How Camera Flashes Work
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A camera flash seems like a pretty basic device, but there's actually some interesting circuitry at work. Find out how a flash charges up and see exactly what happens the instant it goes off.
How Terraforming Mars Will Work
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The thought of terraforming Mars is one of those ideas so outrageous that it just might work! Learn how it will work!
How Your Lungs Work
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You couldn't breathe without your lungs and you do it without even thinking about it. So, how do your lungs manage this amazing feat?
How the Old Napster Worked
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While the original Napster got sued out of business, dozens of free file-sharing utilities have popped up to task its place. Find out how the old Napster worked and why it was vulnerable to legal attacks.
What are the world's rarest diseases?
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The world's rarest diseases may affect few people or may exist solely in a lab. Learn about the world's rarest diseases and what makes a disease rare.
How does your brain impact your survival chances in the wilderness?
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Survival psychology can be just as important physical fitness in the wild. Learn more about survival psychology and how your brain reacts to stress.
Will I get shocked if I drive an electric car through a big puddle?
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If you drive an electric vehicle, should you be concerned with electric vehicle safety? Find out why it's important to understand electric vehicle safety.
How Treasury Bills Work
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Treasury Bills are safe, money market investments backed by the U.S. government. How does the government use these bills to manage its debt?
How Truck Brakes Work
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Truck brakes have to be big and powerful to stop the truck and its payload. Learn all about truck brakes at HowStuffWorks.