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How to Polish Formica
If your Formica countertop is losing the sheen you loved when you first bought it, it's time to learn how to polish it back to its original luster. Read this article to learn how to polish Formica.
Airplane Seat Cushions: Stealthy Fart Filters of the Future?
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There are so many tweaks we wish airlines would implement, especially if future seat configurations mean stacking passengers with butts suspended above heads.
1960-1966 Ford Falcon
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When the Ford Falcon was released in late 1960 in Australia, it challenged rival General Motors. Learn how the two companies competed.
How Data Centers Work
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Cloud computing, e-mail services and streaming media all have to be handled by interconnected computers. Find out how data centers work.
How Aluminum Works
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Aluminum is used in many products, from pots and pans to light bulbs and power lines. Learn how aluminum went undiscovered for so long.
How Does a Heat Pump Work?
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Heat pumps use a small amount of energy to move heat from one place to another. They serve a dual purpose; they can use that heat transfer to cool a home as well. But is one right for your home?
Behind the X Prize
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We know who won - top-runner SpaceShipOne. We know what the team receives for that accomplishment: $10 million and an obscenely gigantic trophy. But what about the story behind the contest? Learn about the rules, restrictions, red tape, test crashes, successful launches and the technological innovations that may get you into sub-orbit sooner than you think.
How Biofilm Works
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Biofilms form when single microorganisms attach to a hydrated surface and undergo a "lifestyle switch." Learn about biofilms in this article.
10 UAV Jobs of the Future
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Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) were originally developed for the military, but there are many civilian uses as well. See 10 UAV jobs to learn more.
10 Job Titles That Have Been Around for 2,000 Years
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Some jobs are so critical to everyday life that they've never gone out of style. Learn about 10 job titles that have been around for 2,000 years.