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10 Technologies That Help Buildings Resist Earthquakes

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Bend but don't break: That's the idea behind many of these temblor-thwarting technologies. They may even allow a building's inhabitants to walk out unharmed and start picking up the pieces after the earthquake subsides.

How Dust Storms Work

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Though they're outranked by other, more dangerous natural phenomena, dust storms can still do serious damage to life and property. What causes these massive storms?

How False Positives Work (and What They Could Mean for Your Health)

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Depending on the test and other things, a false positive for cancer could be as high as 50 percent. Learn about false positives at HowStuffWorks.

How Credit Cards Work

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Credit cards have an interesting history. Learn how a credit card works, from the numbering system to how you can get rid of that high interest balance.

How Satellites Work

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Thousands of satellites fly overhead every day, helping us with things like weather forecasts, scientific research, communications, TV broadcasts (and maybe some surreptitious spying). How much do you know about these eyes in the sky?

How X-rays Work

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X-ray machines seem to do the impossible: They see straight through clothing, flesh and even metal, thanks to some very cool scientific principles at work. Find out how X-ray machines see straight to your bones.

How Space Tourism Works

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The space tourism industry offers people a way to take the ultimate vacation. Learn about space tourism and find out how you can become a space tourist.

How Blocking Incoming Calls Works

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Blocking incoming calls can prevent pushy salespeople and persistent telemarketers from reaching you. Why else are people blocking incoming calls?

Can Chocolate Give Me a Happy-high?

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Can chocolate give me a happy-high? Learn more about chocolate and happiness at HowStuffWorks.

How WiGig Works

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An emerging standard known as WiGig may make a difference in wireless networking. Learn about WiGig, what makes WiGig unique.

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