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How the FSF-1 Sea Fighter Works
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Nations are facing a more guerilla-style warfare - even at sea, and the equipment must evolve to meet new demands. Enter the Sea Fighter. Learn about this experimental, high-speed, "invisible" ship.
What is St. Elmo's Fire?
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St. Elmo's Fire is a weather phenomena that often appears on the masts of ships and the wings of airplanes. Learn about St. Elmo's Fire and plama.
How Oil Tankers Work
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Oil tankers are large ships that transport oil all over the world. Learn about oil tankers in this article from HowStuffWorks.
What was Archimedes' death ray?
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Archimedes' death ray is a fabled device that brought death and destruction to Roman ships. Learn about Archimedes' death ray and what it was made of.
How to Draw Boats
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Drawing boats like speedboats and pirate ships can be easy and fun. Learn to draw all sorts of boats with these simple step-by-step instructions.
The Mysterious Disappearance of Aaron Burr's Daughter, Theodosia
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In 1812, she boarded a ship bound for New York, but never arrived. What happened to the daughter of Aaron Burr, the man who killed Alexander Hamilton?
The Star Trek: Voyager Quiz
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"Star Trek: Voyager" follows the adventures of a crew stranded far from home. How much do you know about this lost Starfleet ship?
How the Rotating Detonation Engine Works
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The U.S. Navy intends to retrofit its ships with rotating detonation engines. Learn more about rotating detonation engines at HowStuffWorks.
A Deep Dive on the Kraken, a Shipwrecking Sea Monster
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Legends of the Kraken attacking ships date back to the Vikings. But since the giant squid ended up being real, could this aquatic cryptid be out there too?
How Diesel Two-Stroke Engines Work
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Diesel two-stroke engines are used to power locomotives, large ships, and generating facilities. Find out how a diesel two-stroke engine works.