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How Olympic Timing Works

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In timed Olympic events, the difference between the gold and the silver can come down to a fraction of a second. You won't find that kind of accuracy in your typical wristwatch. Find out about the systems (and backup systems) that keep Olympic timing honest.

How Information Architecture Works

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Information architecture structures large amounts of information, such as information on the Web. Learn more about information architecture and the IA.

12 Of The Coolest Theoretical Ideas From Science Fiction

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For generations science fiction writers have helped to shape the future with their imaginations. In his classic novel From the Earth to the Moon, Jules Verne wrote a fictional account of traveling to space nearly a century before it actually happened. What's more, radar, geostationary satellites, and powerful computers that fit in your pocket were all [...] The post 12 Of The Coolest Theoretical Ideas From Science Fiction appeared first on Goliath.

What if I tried to drive my car underwater?

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Driving underwater is nearly impossible for a standard car because the the air intake cannot be submerged. Learn about driving underwater.

Why do batteries seem to go dead and then come back to life if you let them rest?

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Why do batteries seem to go dead and then come back to life if you let them rest? Learn about dead batteries and battery life.

Jellyfish Don't Have Brains, But They Still Sleep

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Do jellyfish sleep? Learn more about a new study on the need for sleep in animals, and in jellyfish, in this HowStuffWorks article.

When will we run out of fossil fuels?

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When will we run out of fossil fuels? Keep reading to discover when we will run out of fossil fuels and learn about new alternatives!

Can your recyclables build a home?

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Can your recyclables build a home? Check out this article and learn about building a house with recyclables.

Tiny Underwater Snails Fly Through Water Using Same Physics as Winged Insects

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A new look at the sea butterfly snail reveals a surprising case of convergent evolution. Learn more in this HowStuffWorksNow article.

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