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10 Evil Robots Bent on Destroying Humanity
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"Hahaha ... we've come to destroy your world!" Or so it must read in the chapter of the "Evil Robot Handbook" on what to say when you first encounter humans. Here are 10 robots you really don't want to mess with.
How Spud Guns Work
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A spud gun can hurl potatoes hundreds of feet at close to 400 miles per hour. But why is this staple of the dinner table such a popular projectile? Learn the science of spud guns and how they can be customized.
What Is a Drone?
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They're the stuff of headlines, often characterized as evil in the sky. But what are drones and how do they get off the ground and fly?
How the Iowa Stored Energy Park Will Work
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The Iowa Stored Energy Park will use wind to generate electricity and will store unused wind underground. Learn about the Iowa Stored Energy Park.
How Air-Conditioned Seats Work
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Have you ever been in a car with air-conditioned seats? Read about air-conditioned seats at HowStuffWorks.
What Countries Use the Imperial System?
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Most of the world uses the metric system for everyday measurements, but only three countries in the world use the imperial system as their official system of measurement.
How the St. Louis Arch Stands Against All Odds
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The St. Louis Arch was so spectacularly designed that, when construction kicked off in 1961, many predicted an epic failure.
How Four-Wheel Drive Works
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A four-wheel drive system helps provide traction on snow or ice. Find out about four-wheel drive, the forces involved and see a simple four-wheel drive system.
How Skywriting Works
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Writing a legible message on paper requires a steady hand; writing one in the sky requires a steady everything.
1960-1966 Ford Falcon
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When the Ford Falcon was released in late 1960 in Australia, it challenged rival General Motors. Learn how the two companies competed.