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3 Myths About Smartphone Batteries That Need to Die
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Will the battery in your smartphone run down if you leave it plugged in overnight? HowStuffWorks Now looks at some battery myths.
How the Hughes Telematics Device Works
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The Hughes Telematics system will keep all of your car's electronic systems running in unison. Learn about the Hughes Telematics system at HowStuffWorks.
How Solar Thermal Power Works
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Solar thermal power can revolutionize energy production. Learn all about solar thermal power at HowStuffWorks.
What does the Army do at the Prototype Integration Facility?
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Prototype Integration Facility helps build new tools for the U.S. military. Learn about the Prototype Integration Facility.
How much horsepower does a supercharger add?
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How much horsepower does a supercharger add? Learn more about superchargers and engine performance at HowStuffWorks.
What grade of steel was used in the World Trade Center?
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The materials used to build the World Trade Center's twin towers have been heavily scrutinized since the 9/11 terrorist attacks -- including the steel that formed the frames of the skyscrapers.
How Driverless Car Racing Works
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With a little more technology tinkering, driverless cars could take over the racetracks. Learn more about these automated wonders at HowStuffWorks.
How Rail Guns Work
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Rail guns leave gunpowder-based weapons in the dust (one can hit a target 250 miles away in six minutes). So why isn't the military using them? Find out how rail guns can be used and learn about the limitations of this technology.
What's the Difference Between a Windmill and a Wind Turbine?
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Windmills and wind turbines work on the same core principle to convert wind into energy, but one creates mechanical energy while the other creates electricity. Here's how they work.
How Does a Gas Pump Know When to Stop?
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The days of spilling gasoline all over our shoes are pretty much over. But it begs the question: How does a gas pump know when to stop? Read this simple explanation of the mechanics that cause a gas pump to shut off when the tank is full.