These High-Tech 'Smart Scopes' Could Be America's Best Answer To Enemy Drones
Countries around the world are creating new devices to defend against drone attacks in modern warfare. This scope uses artificial intelligence to do so.
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North Korea's New Navy Destroyer Could Reportedly Rival America's Burke-Class Ships
North Korea's navy might not be big on the world stage, but they are claiming they've built a destroyer that can rival America's equivalent vessels.
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Not ChatGPT, Not Claude: This AI Platform Ranks Highest For Customer Satisfaction In 2026
A new AI platform satisfaction study for 2026 compared ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, Gemini, Grok, and Perplexity, with one taking the top spot.
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USS Nimitz Was Cruising To Retirement Until The Navy Changed Its Route
The USS Nimitz appeared headed for retirement after decades of service, but a sudden change in plans has kept the historic aircraft carrier in the spotlight.
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What Happens When An Engine Derates? Here's What You Should Know
If you have a vehicle with a diesel engine, it's good to know that the engine can derate itself, depending on various factors. What does this mean?
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The Top Supercomputer In The World Is Also The Largest In The US
The world's most powerful supercomputer isn't just incredibly capable, it's also the largest one in the U.S. — at least, if we go by one particular metric.
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If Two Major US Airlines Merged Together, What Would That Mean For Flyers?
A potential merger between two major airlines raises big questions about ticket prices, routes, and competition, but what would it actually mean for flyers?
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How Much Fuel It Would Take For An F-35A To Fly From The US To China?
Although the F-35A can be refueled mid-air to extend its range, it would still take quite a bit of fuel to cross the ocean and make it from the U.S. to China.
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Are Flat Engines Better Than V Engines?
The configuration of an engine isn't just about power. Designers have to take size, shape, and available space into consideration, too.
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China Claims New Jet Engine Can Hit Mach 6 Without Changing Modes
Modern fighter jets are extremely capable, except they run into some efficiency problems at extremely high speeds. China says it may have developed a solution.
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The US Air Force Is Buying Up Used Jumbo Jets, And It's Not Hard To See Why
Boeing's 747 airliner was once a mainstay of the commercial long-haul aviation, and although those days are gone, they still have a use.
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3 Nissan Engines You Should Steer Clear Of
Thinking about buying a used Nissan? Make sure it does not have one of these three unreliable motors under the hood before you hand over your cash.
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Why Do Some 4-Cylinder Engines Have Eight Spark Plugs?
Most four-cylinder engines use a single spark plug per cylinder, but a lot of them throughout the years used eight spark plugs total, two per cylinder. Why?
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US Navy Warship At Sea Again After A Decade-Long Renovation
It's not uncommon for a U.S. Navy warship to undergo delays in the maintenance process. However, this ship's repairs ended up taking particularly long.
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Russia's Allegedly Beefing Up Its Navy With Impressive New Ships
Russia is building up its Navy with two additional warships which will set sail within the next two years. Here's what makes these ships unique.
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This Tiny Supercomputer Fits 'Doctorate-Level' AI Into Your Pocket
Running a capable large language model usually means relying proprietary cloud services or investing in multiple high-end graphics cards.
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How Quickly Can A Navy Supercarrier Travel From The US To The Middle East?
With tensions rising in the middle east, it's a fair question to wonder how long it would take a supercarrier to get there. Here's what the math says.
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Ukraine's New Fleet Of Interceptor Drones Are Impressive - Here's How They Work
Ukraine has developed several interceptor drones to combat Russian attacks in the Russo-Ukrainian War. Its newest model is impressive for a couple of reasons.
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What Happens When A Fire Breaks Out On A US Aircraft Carrier's Flight Deck?
The flight deck of an aircraft carrier is one of the most dangerous workplaces in the world. That's why there is no time to lose when a fire breaks out.
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Is Building Your Own PC Still The Cheaper Option In 2026?
Prices of PC components have gone off the deep end in 2026, which poses the ultimate question: Is building your own gaming PC the cheaper option?
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HDD Or SSD: Which Storage Drive Has The Longer Lifespan?
Both hard drives and solid-state drives are fairly reliable, but both will also eventually fail, as all storage devices do. Which one actually lasts longer?
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B-2 Bombers Meet 'Gunslinger' Missiles In Impressive US Navy Drill
The Air Force and the Navy combined forces for an exercise off the California coast, showcasing some new ways to deploy existing weaponry. Here's what happened.
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America's Abandoned Coal Mines Could Become Massive Underground Batteries
What if the remnants of America’s coal boom could power the renewable future? Research suggests that abandoned mines may hide an unexpected energy solution.
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This Cheap USB Gadget Might Eliminate The Need For Lugging Around A Laptop
Laptops aren’t always the easiest thing to carry around. But a small, inexpensive accessory could dramatically expand what your phone can do on the go.
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5 Of The Worst Places To Store Your Makita Batteries
Makita batteries are extremely useful to have around for power tools, but if you aren't keeping a close eye on them, they could end up damaged or in flames.
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Why Your Car Might Have Trouble Triggering Traffic Lights In The Snow
Ever sat at a traffic light in the snow and wondered why your car wasn't triggering the lights? As it turns out, there's a very simple reason why it happens.
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An Unexpected Discovery Just Uncovered Metals Tech Companies Are Desperate For
Rare earth metals like cobalt are very important in various different industries. Canadian miners have now discovered a new hotspot for these metals.
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