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How Emergency Power Systems Work
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Most of us are entirely dependent on electricity, so a power outage can become seriously annoying. Learn about the generators and inverters that can put an end to home power failures.
How Jet Packs Work
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Thanks to several technological advancements, are jet packs closer than ever to becoming a reality for the average person? Find out how jet packs work.
Are food-based plastics a good idea?
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Food-based plastics are plastic products that are made out of the food we eat. Learn about food-based plastics in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Sweden Is Great at Turning Trash to Energy
Sweden puts less than 1 percent of its household trash into landfills, in part because it burns nearly half to generate heat and electricity.
How Batteries Work
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Batteries power the appliances you use daily. Check out battery experiments, the history of batteries, battery reactions and the chemistry behind battery power.
How to Choose a New Water Heater
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How to choose a water heater covers everything you should look for when purchasing a water heater for your home. Learn about choosing a water heater.
How the Apollo Spacecraft Worked
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The Apollo program was initiated with the goal of landing a man on the moon. What was the spacecraft that helped make this giant leap for mankind?
10 Ways to Eat Healthier
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Do you want to eat healthier? Take a look at these 10 easy ways to eat healthier and apply them to all of your meals.
How the Hybrid Sports Bicycle Works
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The Hybrid Sports Bike is a three-in-one, combining gas, electric and pedal power. Learn more about the Hybrid Sports Bike at HowStuffWorks.
Mothman Mysteries: A Look at the West Virginia Cryptid
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Mothman sightings began in West Virginia in the late 60s, but is the elusive creature real or just a cover-up to distract the public from a tragic accident?