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What is optical audio?
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Optical audio offers a new way to send audio and video from your gear to your ear. Learn how optical audio works.
How Optical Illusions Work
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It's a young lady! It's an old woman! It's a blue dress! No, it's gold! Why are we fooled by optical illusions and what do they tell us about how the brain works?
Fiber Optics
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Fiber Optics, the technique of transmitting light through transparent, flexible fibers of glass or plastic. Learn all about fiber optics at HowStuffWorks.
Planetarium
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Planetarium, is an educational device for showing the locations and movements of the planets and other objects in the universe.
How a Theremin Works
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A theremin is an instrument you can play without touching. Learn how a theremin works and the history of the theremin at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Name the NASA Missions From the Last 20 Years?
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Prepare for a blast of super awesome science info! We get you up to speed on what NASA has been up to for the past 20 years. SPOILER ALERT: NASA's missions don't stop at space exploration. Identify the very real NASA missions that'll put any sci-fi Hollywood film to shame!
How Does an Invisibility Cloak Work?
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With optical-camouflage technology, the invisibility cloak is a reality. Learn what it is.
How Scanning Electron Microscopes Work
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Scanning electron microscopes give scientists an incredible level of magnification. Learn about scanning electron microscopes.
10 Types of Microphones
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Microphones have been around in some form for more than 150 years. Modern mics incorporate fiber optics, microchips, and even lasers to suit a variety of audio needs.
How Laser Analysis Works
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Laser analysis is advancing everything from forensics and archaeology to health care and art history. Learn how laser analysis technology works.