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Landmark TWA Flight Center Now Stuns as Hotel
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It took 22 agencies and more than 180 firms to turn Eero Saarinen's groundbreaking TWA terminal into a spectacular hotel. HowStuffWorks visits.
How Smart Rings Work
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Smart rings can give you a subtle nudge when you receive an important message. Learn how smart rings work.
Can a penny dropped off a building kill you?
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Walking down a city sidewalk, you protect your valuables and weave through crowds. Should you also beware of falling pennies?
The History of Flight and 10 Bungled Attempts at It
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Ten bungled personal flight attempts over the centuries occurred when people thought they could fly. Learn about ten bungled personal flight attempts.
Is it possible to assemble a car with glue?
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You might be surprised to learn that automakers are using car glue to bond parts together on modern vehicles. Find out the advantages of using car glue.
How Drive-by-wire Technology Works
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Drive-by-wire technology has been around for some time, but how long before you drive your car with a joystick? Read about drive-by-wire in this article.
Why Is It Colder at the Top of a Mountain Than It Is at Sea Level?
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Air temperature is colder on top of a mountain than at sea level, but if heat rises how is this possible? Learn about air temperature in this article.
Could you commute from New York to Los Angeles in 12 minutes?
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Would you risk the mother of all jet lag if you could cross the U.S. in less time than it takes to pass through airport security? After all, your time is precious, and haven't supersonic and hypersonic technologies been around for decades now?
How Tire Pressure Gauges Work
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If you have a car, chances are you also have a tire-pressure gauge. Learn how this pen-sized device measures air pressure and why the little stick inside doesn't just fly right out the back!
Are we on the brink of the flying car?
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A flying-car-style rescue vehicle called X-Hawk could be on the market as early as 2012. If it's successful, it could be the proof-of-concept that opens the doors to other flying cars still in the development stage but nearing marketability.