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How Rail Guns Work
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Rail guns leave gunpowder-based weapons in the dust (one can hit a target 250 miles away in six minutes). So why isn't the military using them? Find out how rail guns can be used and learn about the limitations of this technology.
What Causes Tornadoes? How Tornadoes Work
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Tornadoes leave destruction in their wake. Learn why tornadoes rotate, how experts rate tornadoes and view pictures of damage caused by tornadoes.
How Brake Upgrades Work
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Brake upgrades can dramatically improve your vehicle's braking performance. Learn all about brake upgrades at HowStuffWorks.
Could You Dig a Tunnel Right Through the Center of Earth?
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Let's say you have a lunch date to make - and it's on the other side of the planet. Wouldn't it be convenient to pop down a hole through Earth's innards? But what would really happen if you did?
How Hydraulic Hybrids Work
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The hydraulic hybrid is one potential solution for rising oil prices. Learn how a hydraulic hybrid differs from a gas-electric hybrid.
What Is a Hybrid Car? Learn How Hybrid Vehicles Work
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How does a hybrid car improve your gas mileage? And more importantly, does it pollute less just because it gets better gas mileage? Learn how hybrids work, plus get tips on how to drive a hybrid car for maximum efficiency.
How Yo-Yos Work
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Yo-yos can be traced back at least 2,500 years. It's a toy with true staying power, and it has lately gone high-tech -- ever heard of a yo-yo with a clutch? Learn about yo-yo physics, yo-yo tricks, yo-yo history and some serious upgrades in yo-yo design.
How the Tesla Roadster Works
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The Tesla Roadster is fast, fancy, handles like a dream, and goes like a rocket but it's virtually silent. Tesla's first production car is also the world's first high-performance electric car.
How the Ford Escape Hybrid Works
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The Ford Escape Hybrid offers fuel economy combined with horsepower and cargo space. Find out about the Ford Escape Hybrid's full hybrid system and features.
How GM's E-Flex Propulsion System Works
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GM's E-Flex Propulsion System is a new platform that will power the highly anticipated Chevrolet Volt sedan. Learn about GM's E-Flex system.