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Behind the X Prize
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We know who won - top-runner SpaceShipOne. We know what the team receives for that accomplishment: $10 million and an obscenely gigantic trophy. But what about the story behind the contest? Learn about the rules, restrictions, red tape, test crashes, successful launches and the technological innovations that may get you into sub-orbit sooner than you think.
SS United States: Dock in Disrepair or Sink as Reef Fodder?
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Once the crown jewel of American maritime innovation, the SS United States is again making waves — but this time, it might be under the sea.
The Most Expensive Lego Set and Some Pricey Peers
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Everything seems to get more expensive over time, and even toys are no exception to this rule. The simple, cheap Lego sets of our childhoods have been replaced by ones that are massive both in terms of piece count and in price.
Did Settlers Really Land at Plymouth Rock Because They Were Out of Beer?
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Did settlers really land at Plymouth Rock because they were out of beer? Find out whether that is truth or myth at HowStuffWorks.
What Did Abraham Lincoln Invent?
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Well before becoming the 16th president of the United States, the young Abraham Lincoln was known for his interest in engineering and mechanics. What patent does Lincoln hold, and was his invention ever made?
How Photonics Masts Will Work
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The U.S. Navy's new subs will use photonics masts instead of periscopes. Learn how these imaging devices will work.
What Does SOS Mean?
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SOS was the most commonly used distress signal from the turn of the 20th century until before WWII. But exactly what does SOS mean?
5 Tips For Shopping Online
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If you need help with buying on the Internet, here are 5 tips for online shopping. Read on to learn our 5 tips for online shopping.
Did the moon doom the Titanic?
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Did the moon doom the Titanic? Find out whether there's any truth behind the theory that the moon caused the Titanic to sink.
The Origins of the Steamship
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Steamships quickly replaced sails in the early 1800s. Learn more about the origins of steamships and the innovations that led to their creation.