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Are thin-screen TVs more fragile than rear-projection or CRT TVs?
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Are thin-screen TVs more fragile than other types of televisions? Take a look as this HSW writer experiments with thin-screen TVs and CRTs.
Who Discovered X-Rays?
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Who invented the x-ray is explained in this article from HowStuffWorks. Find out who invented the x-ray.
Who Invented the Light Bulb? It Wasn't Just Edison
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The light bulb literally brightened the whole world and Thomas Edison generally gets the credit for inventing it. But did he?
How Mini PCs Work
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Mini PCs can fit onto one circuit board. What is given up for the sake of their miniature size? Find out how mini PCs work.
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.
How Electric Guitars Work
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Electric guitars revolutionized popular music and culture. Learn more about electric guitars, electric guitar pickups, amps, and the history of electric guitars.
What Is a Carburetor and Why Does Your Car Need the Part?
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A carburetor regulates the flow of air and gasoline into the engine cylinders. Learn about carburetors and find out how a carburetor works.
How Atom Smashers Work
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Atom smashers are used to help us discover what matter is made of. Learn about atom smashers and find out how an atom smasher works.
How small can CPUs get?
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Small CPU size depends on the number of transistors that can physically be crammed inside. Learn more about how to make a small CPU.
Can You Name the Vintage Item From a Description?
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Have you ever used a flash cube? Do you know a vinaigrette from a reticule? If you answered "yes," then this quiz is for you! Fire up your flux capacitor because we're taking a nostalgic trip to days gone by to identify these vintage items!