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How Safety Coffins Eased Grave Fears of Premature Burial

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"Safety coffins" were tricked-out caskets that provided a way for prematurely buried people to escape from 6 feet under, back when this fear was sometimes a frightening reality.

Could we harvest energy from earthquakes?

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Fossil fuels, including coal, oil and natural gas, supply the bulk of the world's energy demand. Wind, the sun and nuclear energy are ascending sources of power worldwide. Could we tap into the power from earthquakes?

How Differentials Work

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Differentials let cars make turns with ease. Find out how the differential allows the wheels to rotate at different speeds.

How Movie Projectors Work

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When you see a movie in the theater, do you notice the projector? Without it, you'd be staring at a blank screen. Enter the projection booth and learn what it takes to show a movie.

Do anti-aging lights really work?

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Do anti-aging lights really work? Visit Discovery Fit & Health to learn about anti-aging lights and if they really work.

How Toasters Work

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Ever wonder how a toaster knows when something is done? Does it pop it up regardless? Does it really care if you pick "Light" or "Medium" or "Dark"?

How Does a Seismograph Work?

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A seismograph can accurately measure the movement of the Earth during a quake. How does a seismograph work, though, and what is the Richter scale that is associated with earthquakes? Learn the answers to these questions in this article.

How Does a Silencer Work?

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How in the world can a gun silencer work? How can you possibly take an explosive noise that can damage your hearing and turn it into a little "ffft" sound?

How Master Cylinders and Combination Valves Work

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The master cylinder provides the pressure that engages your car brakes. Learn how the master cylinder works with the combination valve to make sure you can brake safely.

How to Build Your Own Arcade Machine From an Old Computer

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To build your own arcade machine, all you need is an old computer and a few other parts. See instructions for how to build your own arcade machine.

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