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How Hydraulic Cranes Work
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Hydraulic cranes perform seemingly impossible tasks, lifting 70-ton objects with absolute ease. See the simple design behind the Herculean results.
How to Leverage an API for Conferencing
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APIs are an important part of communication software. Learn more about APIs at HowStuffWorks.
How Flamethrowers Work
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When humans discovered fire, they learned to cook their food in a controlled environment. What came next? Flamethrowers, of course. What do flamethrowers have in common with their living counterpart -- fire breathers?
The Ultimate Car Quiz
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Think you know all there is about cars, their inner workings, their history and the men who made them? Then this quiz should be a breeze for you. So release the brake and let's see how you do!
The Fish Doorbell Isn't a Joke ... Seriously
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Imagine a doorbell — but for fish. In the Netherlands, this eco-friendly innovation is making waves. The fish doorbell, or "visdeurbel," is a clever system created in the city of Utrecht to help native freshwater fish migrate more freely through canals and locks during spawning season.
Who Invented the First Computer?
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This person of diverse interests also invented the cowcatcher device for trains and held a distinguished mathematics professorship at the University of Cambridge.
How to Clean Solar Panels (Without a Professional)
Keeping your solar panels clean is essential for maintaining their efficiency and maximizing energy output. While professional solar panel cleaning services are available, you can tackle DIY solar panel cleaning with the right tools and techniques to save money.
How Microsoft Surface Tabletop Works
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Microsoft Surface tabletop allows multiple users to share and manipulate information on a tabletop computing interface. Learn how Microsoft Surface tabletop works.
Robot Umps Will be Calling Pitches at Future MLB Games
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Sorry to disappoint, but they won't be C-3PO's in dark slacks and chest protectors behind home plate. But 'robots' could be the future of calling balls and strikes.