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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.
How Long Do Shocks Last?
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How long do car shocks last? Find out how long car shocks last at HowStuffWorks.
What's the Difference Between a Windmill and a Wind Turbine?
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Windmills and wind turbines work on the same core principle to convert wind into energy, but one creates mechanical energy while the other creates electricity. Here's how they work.
How Roller Coasters Work
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They don't have engines, brakes or accelerators. No, these amazing machines rely on physical, centripetal and gravitational forces to urge thrills, screams and that sinking stomach feeling we all love (and hate). Read more about the science of fun.
How Wind-turbine Chargers Work
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Wind turbine chargers are great travel gadgets. Learn more about wind turbine chargers at HowStuffWorks.
How Rapid Drink Chillers Work
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Rapid drink chillers are great kitchen gadgets to have around the house. Learn more about rapid drink chillers at HowStuffWorks.
10 Innovations in Hydropower
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People all over the world are working on turning this very ancient power source into an even more important modern one. And that means a lot more than dams.
Top 5 Alternative Power Systems
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Alternative energy isn't so "alternative" anymore. It's in the news, on political platforms, atop roofs and filling gas tanks, and the options have grown enough to change the conversation: It's not whether we want it, but which kind we want.
July 9 Birthday Astrology
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A Cancer born on July 9 is symbolized by the Crab and has great ambition. Learn about July 9 birthday astrology.
August 13 Birthday Astrology
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A Leo born August 13 is symbolized by the Lion and has a gift for making money. Learn about August 13 birthday astrology.