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11 Great Uses for Coffee Filters That Have Nothing to Do With Coffee
Paper coffee filters are amazingly versatile and have many creative uses around the home, in the garage and even on camping trips.
How Metal Detectors Work
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Metal detectors can help you find metal buried deep in the ground. Find out how metal detectors work and learn about the different types of metal detectors.
Top 5 Most Popular Guns - and Why
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Whether they're antique rifles or modern handguns and shotguns, firearms are popular in the United States. So which pieces are people packing?
How Golf Clubs Work
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Golf clubs can make or break your golf game. Learn all about golf clubs, from basic parts to types of clubs, and check out prices on popular golf clubs.
Can You Identify These Old School Cars?
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There is nothing like the leather, wood and brass that many old school cars proudly display in their interiors. And what about those engines? Simple but effective. But can you identify these old school classics from just one image? Good luck!
How Freezers Work
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Many freezers have features to prevent frost and digitally monitor temperatures, but the technology has been evolving for years. Learn about freezers.
How Laser Communication Works
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When speed is everything and light marks the universe's speed limit, lasers are bound to be the answer. At least, that's what NASA and a bunch of Wall Street types are betting on.
Can You Successfully Name These Historic Figures?
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Are you the master of history? Here we have a list of some of the most esteemed minds of human civilization: can you recognize them? Put your skills to the test with this quiz!
Can You Identify All of These Common Tools Used by Construction Workers?
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If you want to build anything, you need to make sure you have the right tools. And what are the right tools? You tell us! Take the quiz and hit the nail on the head!
How Does a 3D Printer Work?
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3D printing has made it possible to print out almost anything - including homes, medical devices, clothing, and even a human heart! But how does a 3D printer work, and what are the drawbacks?