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How Turn Signals Work
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To most drivers, turn signals seem pretty simple: There's a lever that makes your signal lights flash. But there's actually some cool technology at work. Find out how this under-used device operates.
How RACEf/x Works
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RaceFX gives you the edge when you're watching a NASCAR race on TV -- it highlights a car and follows it around the track at 200 mph! Find out how this high-tech tracking system operates!
How have NASA space helmets changed optics?
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NASA space helmets are nifty devices that allow astronauts to operate in the hostile environment of space, but did you know that the technology behind them has also directly benefitted eyeballs here on Earth? Learn more about NASA and optics.
How Much Do You Really Know About Car Engines?
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Vroom! Vroom! Modern car engines are a multitude of working parts, all operating in perfect harmony to enable us to drive to our destinations! But just what do you actually know about car engines? Car(e) to find out?
10 Scientific Laws and Theories You Really Should Know
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Even if you don't operate a scanning electron microscope all that frequently, you might want to brush up on these 10 scientific laws and theories. After all, they're some of our best tools for describing how the universe works.
What Is a Group of Whales Called? Pods, Gams, Herds (but Not Schools)
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You’ve probably heard the term before, but what is a group of whales called? It’s not just trivia night bait; it says a lot about whale behavior. The word we use tells us how these massive marine mammals operate beneath the waves.
How Power Windows Work
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Ever wonder what's behind the auto-up feature that can detect obstacles? Power windows are one of those hidden miracles in cars -- they're actually pretty amazing once you learn about them. Find out how power windows operate!
Gadget Savvy: BIOS Quiz
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On virtually every computer available, the basic input/output system, or BIOS, makes sure all the other components function together smoothly. Without BIOS, you wouldn't be able to load your operating system. How much do you know about BIOS?
How the Rules of War Work
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What are the basic rules of war? Learn what acts are considered war crimes in this HowStuffWorks article about the rules of war.
How Long Do Car Batteries Last?
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All-electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular, so it's easy to forget that old fashioned, gas-powered cars and trucks are still reliant on electric batteries for their operation. Easy to forget, that is, until those batteries die, either permanently or temporarily. So, it's only natural to ask: How long do car batteries last?