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What Is the Formula for Velocity?

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Many people get speed and velocity confused. It's no surprise because the terms are often used interchangeably. But they're not quite the same thing. So how do you find the velocity of an object?

The Water Frame: Revolutionizing Textiles in the Industrial Age

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The water frame was a revolutionary textile machine that mechanized spinning, transforming the cotton industry and driving industrialization.

Stoat: A Petite, Scrappy and Irresistibly Soft Speedster

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The stoat and the weasel might look alike, but they're not the same animal. The stoat is a serious predator that kills its prey like a vampire!

12 Animals That Start With 'M': From Manatee to Muscovy Duck

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How many animal names start with an "M"? The animal kingdom has many incredible animals that start with "M," including mighty predators, gentle giants, the largest species of fish and common animals found in the northern hemisphere.

What Is a Group of Fish Called? Not Always a School

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A group of fish swimming together is usually called a school or a shoal, but these terms aren't interchangeable.

A Disney Packing List You Can't Visit WDW Without

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Building a Disney packing list for your Walt Disney World trip is essentially systems engineering for a theme park.

How Solar Sail Technology Works

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What is a solar sail? How can you use sunlight to move a spacecraft in outer space? In this article, HowStuffWorks will show you how solar sail technology works, take an in-depth look at the Cosmos-1 mission and find out what solar-sails mean for future space travel.

How Stock Car Aerodynamics Work

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Stock car aerodynamics are affected by a number of things, including downforce and life. Learn more about stock car aerodynamics at HowStuffWorks.

How Stock Car Suspensions Work

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Stock car suspensions are extremely high-end. Learn all about stock car suspensions at HowStuffWorks.

How Lasers Work

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Lasers are used in dental drills, eye surgery, tattoo removal, and (of course) laser pointers. Learn how different lasers generate such concentrated light.

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