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How Power Grids Work
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Electrical power is a little bit like the air you breathe: You don't really think about it until it is missing. There are good reasons the power grid distribution system works the way it does, though it can lead to some big problems.
How EUVL Chipmaking Works
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Current chip-producing methods will reach the speed limit in the not-so-distant future. Extreme ultraviolet lithography is the future of computer-chip manufacturing. Find out all about EUV chipmaking.
How Garmin Updates Work
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Garmin updates are essential for improving great Garmin travel gadgets. Learn more about Garmin updates at HowStuffWorks.
How does the FCC police obscenity?
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The FCC is in charge of regulating all radio and television broadcasts. Find out what the FCC does and how the FCC attempts to stop obscenity.
Making 'The Incredibles'
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For 'The Incredibles,' CGI masters at Pixar tackled the Holy Grail of computer animation: realistic humans. See what the creative team told us about producing this mega hit.
How Synchro-Steer Works
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The Synchro-Steer system allows you to control your speed and stay upright while mowing. Learn all about the Synchro-Steer system.
12 Sunflowers Facts for Beginner Gardeners
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Sunflowers are incredibly tough and can be grown in almost any soil. Plus, it's hard not to smile when you see a field of these bright yellow rays.
Aries and Gemini: A Celestial Dance of Passion and Intellect
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Aries and Gemini share a secret compatibility trigger that only 9% of couples activate. Explore why this unexpected connection defies traditional astrology and what makes their relationship either explosively passionate or destined to burn out.
How Alternators Work
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The next time your car won't start and you're cursing the battery, you might want to blame the alternator, too. This coconut-sized car part works with the battery to generate power for your vehicle.
How Sand Dunes Work
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Sand dunes are more intriguing than you might think. For one, some sand dunes sing. What other interesting facts can you learn about sand dunes?