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10 Myths About Lightning
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There's a thunderstorm brewing with some serious lightning. Fortunately you're safe in your car because of its rubber wheels. Or are you? And let's not get started on your rubber-soled sneakers!
How Camcorders Work
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If you're looking to delight your friends with hours of your vacation footage in prime, digital form, there's no time like the present. Camcorders have gotten small enough to fit in a pocket. Find out how they work.
Should you unplug your electronics during a thunderstorm?
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It would be nice if our electronic devices doubled as handy, lightning-proof talismans to ward off danger during a thunderstorm. Sadly, that sounds more like sorcery than science. In the meantime, maybe you should just leave them off and unplugged.
How Grills Work
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Grills provide us with an easy way to cook food over a fire. Learn about the different types of grills and read expert reviews on gas grills.
Can You Identify All These Police Vehicles?
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All police vehicles are not created equal. Can you tell which vehicle is under the flashing red and blue lights that are going to put a crimp in your day - or save the day?
How SED-TV Works
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Learn how the SED-TV combines the picture quality of a CRT with the compact design of a flat-screen plasma display.
What will "luxury car" mean in 2030?
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The future luxury car will be highly digital -- as much computer as it is engine. Read about the future luxury car and how engineers envision the 2030 auto.
How Surge Protectors Work
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One piece of equipment you need at home is a surge protector. They safeguard your high-tech electronic devices from power surges. But how do you know which ones are best?
How Electromagnetic Propulsion Will Work
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Get a sneak peek (even before NASA scientists) at a new type of spacecraft that could be jolted through space by electromagnets.
5 Easy Medicinal Herbs You Should Know and Grow
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In a world so heavily dependent on pharmaceuticals, it's a wonderful thing to be able to treat some common maladies straight out of your garden.