The 6 Absolute Worst Fighter Planes That Existed During WWII
World War II saw huge technological advancements in aviation, but not all of the inventions succeeded. Some of the fighter planes, in particular, were failures.
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The Reason Some Semi-Trucks Have Spiked Wheels
If you've ever been on the road, whether as a driver or passenger, you might have noticed that some semi-trucks have spiked wheels.
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Every Type Of Ballistic Missile Explained
Ballistic missiles are powerful weapons of war, but they differ by capabilities, including how far each can travel. Here's an explainer on ballistic missiles.
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The Hidden Truth Of Chia Pets
Chia Pets' lasting role in American pop-culture owes a lot of their success to clever marketing. Here are the hidden truths behind the product.
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What Happened To The Inventor Of The Trapper Keeper?
Functional and stylish, Mead's Trapper Keeper was the quintessential 1980s school binder. Here's what happened to the inventor, E. Bryant Crutchfield.
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Where Is Tim Berners-Lee, The Inventor Of The World Wide Web, Today?
What happened to Sir Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the world wide web? He's been relentlessly at work forming business after foundation after institute.
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The Greatest Inventions Of 2022
To address the greatest issues of our time, great inventions are required. Here are a handful of the things created in 2022 with the potential to be just that.
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The Greatest Inventors Alive Today
It can sometimes seem like the glory days of invention are behind us, but people haven't stopped inventing things. These are the greatest inventors alive today.
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Inventions And Discoveries By Women That Men Took Credit For
Due to the distorted lens of history, many women's accomplishments often went unnoticed. These are inventions and discoveries by women that men took credit for.
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11 Best Thomas Edison Inventions
Thomas Edison is probably America's most famous inventor, with his name on over 1,000 patents. Check out some of the best Thomas Edison inventions below.
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10 Best Benjamin Franklin Inventions
From bifocal glasses and the eponymous Franklin stove to the flexible catheter and a spill-proof soup bowl, discover the 10 best Benjamin Franklin inventions.
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12 Best Leonardo Da Vinci Inventions
Leonardo da Vinci invented many creations that were ahead of their time. Here are a few of the best concepts and inventions from the Italian genius.
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12 Best Alexander Graham Bell Inventions
Alexander Graham Bell did more than patent the telephone. From an early metal detector to lifesaving breathing equipment, discover 12 of his best inventions.
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This Computer Was Created Specifically For The Amish
When we think of typical Amish trappings, they usually revolve around barns, buggies, and beards. Computers and cell phones certainly have no place, right?
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Everyday Inventions Everyone Hated At First
New technology ending in disaster has been a recurring theme, even with the most seemingly innocuous of inventions.
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The Inventions Nikola Tesla Never Completed
Many of Tesla's greatest contributions to science came from his ideas, not necessarily the things that he was actually able to build. As you'll see, many of Tesla's designs would ultimately lay the foundation for today's technologies. We're fortunate that some of the others were never built.
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The Inventor Of The Bowie Knife Isn't Who You Think
Common characteristics include a coffin-shaped handle, a heavy cross guard -- the piece of metal found at a right angle to the blade above the handle -- and a "sweeping clip blade" with a "partially sharp top edge." The blade itself might measure anywhere from 9-12 inches in length.
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The Truth About Abraham Lincoln's Inventions
Lincoln is not just a good politician; he was also something of an inventor, dabbling in mechanical creativity. And he even managed a patent for one of his inventions, said Time Magazine, the first (and so far, only) president to hold a patent.
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Inventions You Had No Idea Bill Nye Came Up With
Airplane parts to ballet shoes. Mars Rover calibration gear to a digital abacus. Bill Nye, famously the Science Guy, is also the Busy Guy.
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Ancient Roman Inventions That Changed Everything
There's no question that the ancient Romans contributed some of their own inventions in this, that, and the other thing. So let's start with the other thing.
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Inventions Bill Gates Thinks Will Change The World
When Bill Gates tells you certain future technologies are worth paying attention to, it's probably a good idea to take a listen.
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The Biggest Inventions Lost To Time
There were great inventions leading up to the present but some even more incredible ones that were lost long ago. These are the biggest inventions lost to time.
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Ancient Inventions You Didn't Realize We Still Use Today
Some of the tools and contraptions you have used every day have been around longer than your great-great-great-grandparents. The ancients had some ideas so perfect that even now, nobody has thought of a better way to do it. Here are ancient inventions you didn't realize we still use today.
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These Will Be Some Of The Greatest Inventions Of 2020
No one can predict the future, but there are always new technologies on the horizon that will change things. These inventions will be here sooner than you think, so it's best to get yourself and your wallet ready for the next big thing. These will be some of the greatest inventions of 2020.
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Inventions From This Past Decade That Nobody Asked For
Nobody asked for these inventions, but they got made anyway.That's the beauty of them. The best inventions are ones we didn't even know we needed. It's a fine line, though, and these inventions missed the boat on the "need" part. Here are inventions from this past decade that nobody asked for.
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Here's How Long It Took The Inventor Of Rubik's Cube To Solve One
Have you ever solved a Rubik's cube? If not, it's okay, you're not alone. Want to know another genius who had a rough time figuring the damn thing out? Well, amusingly enough, the dude who invented it.
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Ancient Greek Inventions That Changed Everything
Thousands of years after the collapse of their civilization, the Greek empire still reigns as one of those most successful of all time. Sure they gave us things like the Olympics, but they were more than just athletes. They were thinkers, and pioneers in many areas of science and philosophy.
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