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1946-1968 Dodge Power Wagon
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The 1946-1968 Dodge Power Wagon proved its worth during World War II combat. See how the warhorse Dodge Power Wagon was turned into a workhorse.
How Carbon Footprints Work
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While actual footprints measure size, weight and speed, carbon footprints measure how much carbon dioxide (CO2) we produce in our daily lives. Do you know how big your carbon footprint is?
5 Strangest Vehicles Ever Made
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The 5 strangest vehicles ever made run the gamut from amphibious vehicles to vehicles modeled after desserts. Read about the 5 stranges vehicles ever.
How the MQ-9 Reaper Works
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Early unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) primarily carried out reconnaissance missions in war zones, but the Reaper packs some serious heat. Is there anything more foreboding than a drone with a Hellfire missile?
How Flying Cars Will Work
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Flying cars may soon leap from the world of science-fiction into reality. Learn about flying cars and see pictures of flying car prototypes.
How WWII Fighter Planes Worked
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The film "Pearl Harbor" is now playing. Look at the aircraft involved in that battle, technological marvels for their time.
10 Ways to Keep Kids Quiet in Cars and on the Plane
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These 10 ways to keep kids quiet in cars and on the plane can help parents survive the next trip. Read about 10 ways to keep kids quiet when traveling.
How the Hyperloop Works
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Ready for a fifth mode of transportation? Elon Musk is. He's sketched out a proposal for a nearly supersonic transportation system that could shoot you from San Francisco to Los Angeles faster than you can watch an episode of "Game of Thrones."
How Spy Flies Will Work
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Gathering reconnaissance during battle typically puts small teams of soldiers in harm's way. Tiny robotic flyers, called micro air vehicles (MAVs), could do away with this danger. Learn all about spy flies.
How Flight Attendants Work
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Flying isn't as glamorous as it was in the '60s, but people still flock to work as flight attendants. Learn about flight attendants at HowStuffWorks.