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How the Gyroscope Works
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Did you know that airplanes and space shuttles use the utterly low-tech gyroscope for navigation? Discover the secret behind gyroscopic motion!
How does a Crookes' radiometer work?
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I once saw this device shaped like a light bulb. It had a vertical support inside it, and on that support there were four vanes with four diamonds on the end. One side of the diamond was black and the other was white. I did a little research and found out that it was called a Crookes' radiometer -- how does it work?
How Torque Converters Work
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The torque converter allows the transmission to shift gears in an automatic transmission. Learn about the torque converter and see pictures of a torque converter.
Fun Physics Activities for Kids
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Fun Physics Activities for Kids teach physics basics to future Einsteins using ordinary playground equipment. Learn fun physics activities for kids.
Why We Need Artificial Gravity for Long Space Missions
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NASA and other agencies have been studying artificial gravity in hopes they will someday use it to help astronauts combat the effects of weightlessness in space. How close are we to that reality?
How Much HP Does a Turbo Add?
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Turbochargers significantly increase engine performance without adding much weight. But how do they work?
The Ultimate 'Fast & Furious' Quiz
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Fast cars? Illegal street races? International crime? Huge explosions? 30 questions? Yeah, this 'Fast & Furious' quiz has it all! Give it a spin to see how much you know about the movie series.
How Boomerangs Work
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It's pretty amazing: When you throw a boomerang, it actually does come back to you -- if you throw it properly. Find out why the boomerang returns and how to throw it like a pro.
What Is a Clutch? Car Mechanics, Explained
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Anyone with a manual transmission knows that a clutch connects and disconnects the engine and transmission. But did you know that automatics have clutches, too? Read on to discover how a clutch car works!
Gadget Savvy: Electric Motors Quiz
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Electric motors are inside all kinds of ordinary devices, using a power source to make motion. So what makes the motor go 'round?