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How Diesel Locomotives Work
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Diesel locomotives are some of the coolest modes of transport out there. Giant machines like these are just full of technological treats. Explore a hybrid-diesel locomotive - from engine to engineer controls.
How Chess Works
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Chess is considered to be the greatest strategy game of all time. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about chess.
10 Famous Fathers
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Each of the dads on this list is a fascinating case study in how career success intermingles with raising kids.
How GPS Watches Work
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A GPS watch links to a net of synchronized computers orbiting Earth to provide you with highly accurate data. Learn what you can do with a GPS watch.
10 Old Wives' Tales About Your Health
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If someone told you sugar makes kids hyper and cats are after your baby's air supply, you've heard some old wives' tales. Is there any truth in them?
How Helicopters Work
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Believe it or not, the marvel we know as the helicopter began as a Chinese top consisting of a shaft - a stick - adorned with feathers on one end.
10 Overrated Life Decisions
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what are 10 overrated life decisions? Learn more about 10 overrated life decisions at HowStuffWorks.
10 Amazing Things Dogs Can Sense
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Dogs have great senses and are insightful, intuitive creatures. See 10 amazing things dogs can sense to learn more.
How Amplifiers Work
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It may seem like an audio add-on, but without an amplifier, you'd never be able to hear the music on your CDs (your neighbors might be happier, but would you?). Find out how amps pump it up to 11.
How Impression Evidence Works
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Impression evidence is an important and sometimes overlooked aspect of the criminal investigation process. Find out about impression evidence here.