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How Space Suits Work
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We are seeing a lot more space suits now that the international space station is occupied. Learn how space suits work and why they cost $12 million each!
How Fuel Cells Work
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A hydrogen fuel cell is an electrochemical energy conversion device. Learn why governments are pouring money into fuel cell research.
Crown Victoria: The Gem of Ford's 1955-56 Fairlane Series
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The 1955 Ford Fairlane Crown Victoria featured a stainless steel tiara wrapped over the roof of the hardtop body. Learn more about this classic car.
1963-1970 Lincoln Limousine
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The 1963-1970 Lincoln limousine was born out of a partnership between George Lehmann and Robert Peterson. Learn more about the 1963-1970 Lincoln limo.
How Hot Air Balloons Work
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Hot air balloons are about as simple as flying can get - no engine, no moving parts really, and very little the pilot can do to control the vehicle. Find out what it's like to fly a hot air balloon!
How Icynene Works
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Icynene is proposed as a greener alternative to other types of insulation. Learn about Icynene and see how it compares to traditional insulation.
How Temper Tantrums Work
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Do temper tantrums point to poor parenting skills, or are they a natural part of growing up? Read about temper tantrums at HowStuffWorks.
How Geodesic Domes Work
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If you think regular old domes took the world of structural engineering by storm, you should meet their geodesic cousins. What is a geodesic dome, and who first came up with the idea of building triangle-covered spheres as practical structures?
16 World-Famous Architects and Their Impact
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We see buildings pop up and get torn down all the time, but some structures (and the architects who designed them) were built to last. These 16 are some of the most famous.
How Spiders Work
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Spiders are some of the most successful carnivores in history. Learn how spiders build webs and attack prey and examine cool spider species like jumping spiders.