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If you've ever seen a massive military cargo plane, you may have noticed that its wings are on top of the fuselage rather than below it. Here's why that is.
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You can easily find old and new cars with engines that have three, five, 8, 10, 12, or 16 cylinders. Seven-cylinder engines are unheard of in cars, but why?
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This terrifying new weapon from Russia was unleashed upon Dnipro, Ukraine in November 2024, delivering kinetic munitions at hypersonic speeds.
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The Navy was supposed to get its own sixth-generation fighter jet to replace the F/A-18 Super Hornet, but things are uncertain for the F/A-XX now.
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Tablets, like iPads, measure their battery life in hours, while e-readers, like Kindles, measure it in weeks. The difference is due to display technology.
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Cavitation is a real threat to ships and the speed at which they can travel. Heres' what cavitation is, and why it's something that needs to be dealt with.
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The Off-Road Hi-Lift Jack is an iconic design that has been around for decades, but using one can still be confusing. Here's how they work.
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Braking while towing a loaded trailer isn’t like braking when driving normally. Learn how to do it safely, whether your trailer has its own brakes or not.
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If you've ever seen a helicopter fly in the middle of a sandstorm, then you've witnessed a wildly peculiar phenomenon that's rather mesmerizing.
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DDR5 RAM is faster than ever, but it's not all about speed -- CAS timing matters too. What is it and how much does it matter in a gaming PC?
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The Fitbit Luxe has become near-impossible to get hold of. Has it been discontinued? We look into what's going on and recommend a couple of alternatives.
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The Eurofighter Typhoon and the Dassault Rafale are two of Europe's prized fighter jets. While similar, they are some unique differences.
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There's a lot of acronyms you'll find when you do your research into buying a SSD for your computer, but DRAM may be the most important one.
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With their twin rotors, Chinook helicopters are some of the most iconic military aircraft around. But what's the difference between the CH-47 and MH-47 models?
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The Mack Anthem's towing capacity is the highest of all Mack trucks and lends itself to tasks as demanding as transporting military equipment and NASCAR cars.
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It seems that fifth-generation fighter jets are a thing of the past in terms of developing, with manufacturers looking to the future: sixth-gen fighters.
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If you've been to a military airshow in the past 20 years, there's a chance you've seen a mini C-17 Globemaster on display, but can it actually fly?
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Nvidia's RTX 5090 graphics card is the new flagship card that promises outstanding performance. However, you're going to need a premium power supply to run it.
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To get the most out of your electric or hybrid vehicle, learn what the B gear shift position does, how to use it most effectively, and when to avoid it.
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Have you ever heard of the tire traction rating before? Well, if you haven't, here's everything you need to know about it, plus how it's measured.
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Transmission types aren't limited to simply manual or automatic. DCT offers the best of both worlds. But what does it stand for and how does it actually work?
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Most gliders are unpowered aircraft, designed to soar using nothing but natural thermal updrafts and some really clever physics.
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Motorcycles run the gamut in terms of pricing, from super affordable to really expensive. What's the most expensive motorcycle you can actually buy in 2025?
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Regular car maintenance includes replacing worn out rotors and brake pads. But you can't just throw away brake pads and rotors. Learn how to dispose of them.
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Diesel engines may seem indestructible, but they are more complicated than you think. Here is what you need to know about engine flooding and diesels.
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Ever noticed the USB Debugging option on your phone? It's an incredibly powerful feature, but it also leaves your phone vulnerable. Here's how to turn it off.
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Did you know European fire trucks are very different from American ones? Here are some reasons why American fire trucks are much larger than European ones.
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