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'AntBot' Uses Celestial Navigation Instead of GPS
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A new robot ant uses the same technology desert ants use to safely, efficiently navigate through the searing Saharan sun.
What Is the Chandler Wobble?
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The Chandler wobble is the change in the spin of Earth on its axis. Learn more about the Chandler wobble at HowStuffWorks.
What If There Were No Stars?
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Assuming we got to keep the sun, how bad would be for travelers to not have these little guiding lights? And what else might have changed in history without stars?
How Do We Find Things in the Blackness of Space?
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How are the exact positions of objects in space tracked? HowStuffWorks checks out the science of mapping in space.
The Mysteries of Mercury Retrograde Unveiled: A Cosmic Phenomenon
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Unlock the mysteries of Mercury Retrograde, its impact on astrology, and how to navigate its cosmic waves for personal growth.
Why Can't We Solve the Amelia Earhart Mystery?
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Why can't we solve the Amelia Earhart mystery? Read about her disappearance and why what happened to Amelia Earhart remains a mystery.
Polaris Star: How to Spot the North Star in the Night Sky
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Polaris, also known as the North Star, is almost exactly over the celestial North Pole, making it extremely useful for navigation (and for making wishes on, as well).
The West Wing Quiz
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The hit drama West Wing ran for a whopping 7 years. No wonder it has a large fan base. Test your knowledge on the show that brought you into the White House's very own West Wing!
Chronometer
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A chronometer is a timepiece that is exceptionally accurate. Traditionally, the term refers to the marine chronometer. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
How is GPS used in spaceflight?
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GPS is great, but it's kind of Earth-centric. If we have our hearts set on traveling to distant planets and faraway stars, then it's time to come up with a new navigation system. NASA, of course, has an idea.