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10 Technologies That Help Buildings Resist Earthquakes
Bend but don't break: That's the idea behind many of these temblor-thwarting technologies. They may even allow a building's inhabitants to walk out unharmed and start picking up the pieces after the earthquake subsides.
10 Strange Structural Engineering Marvels
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Some architects and engineers go big. Others get fancy. And yet others aim squarely for the completely bizarre. These imagination-bending, gravity-defying products may induce more than a few OMGs.
When you have an itch, what is happening under your skin?
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When you have an itch, what is happening under your skin? And, why does scratching make it go away?
McLaren F1
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The McLaren F1 has a legitimate claim to the title of greatest sports car ever. Learn about the McLaren F1, the peak of British automotive engineering.
What is the churning sound I hear from my hard drive whenever it is retrieving data?
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What is the churning sound I hear from my hard drive whenever it is retrieving data?
How Fast Does Hair Grow?
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Anyone who's ever regretted a haircut has probably wondered how fast their hair will grow back. It's a good question, with a not-so-simple answer.
1948 Dodge Power Wagon
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Practical and rugged, the 1948 Dodge Power Wagon pickup had thousands of uses. See pictures and learn more about the rugged 1948 Dodge Power Wagon.
1938-1939 Ford Panel and Pickup
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The 1938-1939 Ford panel and pickup trucks were the new face of Ford trucks. See pictures and learn about the 1938-1939 Ford panel and pickup.
1951 Ford Pickup
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The 1951 Ford pickup truck sported a toothy new grille and other distinctive details. Get more information on the 1951 Ford pickup, and see pictures.
1950 GMC FC101 Pickup
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The 1950 GMC FC101 pickup inherited the clean styling GMC introduced for its 1948 trucks. See pictures and learn about the 1950 GMC FC101 pickup.