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How Solar Sail Technology Works
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What is a solar sail? How can you use sunlight to move a spacecraft in outer space? In this article, HowStuffWorks will show you how solar sail technology works, take an in-depth look at the Cosmos-1 mission and find out what solar-sails mean for future space travel.
How Gear Ratios Work
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Gear ratios are what allow a car to reach a high rate of speed or climb a steep hill. Learn about gear ratios see examples of how gear ratios function.
Behind the Michael Rockefeller Death Mystery
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Michael Rockefeller, the 23-year-old son of prominent political figure Nelson Rockefeller, went into the jungle of Netherlands New Guinea in 1961 and never returned. Here's the story.
What Kind of Bender Are You From "The Legend of Korra"?
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Which element is strongest in your personality? Are you an airbender like Korra, a waterbender like Kya, an earthbender like Kuvira or a firebender like that #HotBoySummer Mako? There's only one way to find out - play this quiz!
How the Graphene Blood Pressure Tattoo Will Change Monitoring
Continuous monitoring of blood pressure instead of the static reading of the cuff is a medical holy grail; the graphene tattoo will provide it.
What's Your Fairy Name?
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Now's your chance to leave all of your worries behind, because we're turning you into a mythical fairy! But what should your name be? If you're as curious as us about this, then take our magical quiz now!
1940 Packard One Eighty
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The 1940 Packard One Eighty served as the basis for the Darrin Victoria roadster. Learn more about the 1940 Packard One Eighty and its custom version.
Which Harry Potter Spell Best Describes Your Personality?
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In the world of Harry Potter, there are spells for almost everything. Which one best describes your personality? Take this quiz if you would like to find out!
The Tuned Mass Damper: How Science Could Earthquake-Proof the Skyscrapers of Tomorrow
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Smart Structures will completely change the way buildings react to earthquakes! See how they will work!
Maserati Sports Cars
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Maserati made the transition from competition cars to luxury personal vehicles after World War II. Learn more about Maserati sports cars.