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Unveiling the Mysteries of Ball Lightning: Is It Real?
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Ball lightning wasn't widely believed to exist until the 1960s. Learn about ball lightning and theories about what ball lightning could be.
Who invented the elevator?
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Like so many other modern conveniences that we take for granted, the history of the elevator is more complicated than it may seem at first glance. Believe it or not, there's some controversy over who invented this commonplace contraption.
What is flash steaming?
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Flashing steaming is part of the tomato canning process. Check out how flash steaming works to peel your canned tomatoes.
What body type are you?
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If you don't know what your body type is, then chances are good that you're dressing all wrong for it. Find out what body type you have at HowStuffWorks.
What are the economic drawbacks of using biofuels?
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What are the economic drawbacks of using biofuels? Read about the downsides of using biofuels at HowStuffWorks.
Cobalt: Essential for Batteries and Bright Blues
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Cobalt is associated with the color blue, but it's so needed for rechargeable batteries that the U.S. put it on the list of minerals it can't live without.
Why do some engines use a dry sump oil system?
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A dry sump is used in both race cars and some motorcycles (like Harley-Davidsons). What is the advantage of a dry sump?
Spoon: A Chopper Profile
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The Spoon is a custom motorcycle with a Harley-Davidson engine and a rearview video screen. See specifications and pictures of this unusual chopper.
1976 Norton Commando
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The 1976 Norton Commando motorcycle was among the last bikes Norton produced. See pictures and learn more about the classic Norton Commando.
How FireWire Works
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FireWire transmits data to and from high-bandwidth digital devices faster than USB. Learn what FireWire is, how it works, and when you'd use it.