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Explaining Diameter Measurements Used in Wire, Nail, and Bullet Sizes
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Bullet size is measured in calibers, but how are wires and nails measured? Learn about bullet size and caliber in this article.
How Windshield Wipers Work
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What began as a hand-cranked system is now automatic, and only getting more so: Some windshield wipers can actually sense rain. Learn the mechanincs behind this essential automotive tool.
31 Types of Hats for Literally Every Style and Occasion
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Hats! They’re stylish, they're practical and they've been around for thousands of years. But how many types of hats can you name?
How Wind Power Works
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When air moves quickly, that motion means kinetic energy, which can be captured. Learn how the simplest possible wind-energy turbine works.
How Self-regenerating Tire Tread Works
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Self-regenerating tire tread allows big rigs to go 30 percent farther on their tires. But will self-regenerating tire tread soon be found on your car too?
How Special Effects Artists Work
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Special effects artists create movie magic using on-set effects and computer graphics. Learn more about special effects artists at HowStuffWorks.
1986 Harley-Davidson XLH 1100
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The 1986 Harley-Davidson XLH 1100 introduced the first changes to the Sportster in thirty years. Learn about this Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
How Cell Phone Jammers Work
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A cell phone jammer allows people to exploit the vulnerability of the radio spectrum to silence blabbering offenders. See how cell phone jammers work.
How Soil Lamps Work
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Soil lamps are discussed in this article from HowStuffWorks. Learn about soil lamps.
How Plasma Converters Work
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Plasma converters generate electricity for our homes by burning trash. Learn about plasma converters and see pictures of plasma converters plants.