The US Navy's New Military Laser Successfully Shoots Drones Out Of The Sky
It seems like something out of science fiction, but it's fact: America's new military laser is showing it can shoot down drones. And it's still being developed.
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5 Civilian Jets Used By The US Military
The United States military has a long legacy of using modified civilian planes in military applications. Here are a few you may not have known about.
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Who Owns The Swiss Army Knife Brand & Where Are The Tools Made?
While most people would recognize a Swiss Army Knife, fewer people would be able to tell you who owns the brand and where the tools are made.
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How Many Tools Does A Standard Swiss Army Knife Have?
Swiss Army Knives, as a whole, are something that would come in handy for anyone. If you are a first-time shopper, here's how many tools a standard one has.
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What Is The Twisty Tool In A Swiss Army Knife For & How Do You Use It?
A Swiss Army Knife comes with many useful tools, but do you know what the twisty one is used for? Here's an explanation along with steps on how to use it.
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The Delta Plane's Wings Breaking Off Was The Best-Case Scenario: Here's Why
You might not think that a wing breaking off a plane would actually be a best-case scenario, but it turns out they might do so for a very good reason.
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Six Of The Largest Cargo Planes In Military History
Militaries are hauling many thousand pounds of cargo and thousands of soldiers each year, so they need massive cargo transport craft to match that demand.
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The US Air Force Jammed Two Broken F-35s Into A Single Working Fighter
The F-35 is one of the most expensive pieces of equipment ever, so the U.S. Air Force decided to salvage two damaged planes instead of buying new ones.
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Can You Check Your Laptop On A Plane? Here's What TSA Has To Say
If you need to bring your laptop on your next trip, but want to lessen the weight of your carry-on bag, here's what you need to know about checking it.
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What Makes The Windshield Of An SR-71 Blackbird Jet So Special?
The SR-71 Blackbird has several features that make it unique, one of which is a windshield that's specially made for the craft's operation.
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Yes, There Is A Military Helicopter With Ejection Seats - Here's How It Works
You might not expect a military helicopter to support ejection seats for obvious reasons, but there's a real working example of one in service now.
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Which Jet Engines Are Made By General Electric? Here's What You Need To Know
General Electric may be a name you know for appliances, but the manufacturer has a long history creating jet engines for commercial and military use.
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Why Are Most Military Submarines Painted Black?
The choice of a submarine's color might seem random, but it's far from that. There are several practical reasons to paint a submarine black.
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Patriot Guard Riders: The Motorcycle Group That Protects Military Funerals
Not all motorcycle clubs have a reputation for danger, some, like the Patriot Guard Riders, even protect military funerals and other fallen heroes.
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Air Force One: 12 Amazing Facts And Features Of The Presidential Aircraft
Air Force One is a symbol of American strength, and this is the story behind it and its many features.
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What Kind Of Swiss Army Knife Did MacGyver Use?
MacGyver's trusty pocket knife saved the day in numerous episodes across the entire seven seasons and the 2016 reboot.
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Turbojet Vs. Turbofan: What's The Difference Between These Jet Engines?
Although turbojet and turbofan jet engines are similar, the things that set them apart make them very different. Here's what you need to know.
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What Is Jet Squawking? (And How Does It Work?)
To most laymen, the term squawking conjures mental images of jets twittering through the air like a songbird.
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6 Brands Known For Cars That Also Make Jet Engines
It's not unheard of for car brands branch out into other products. These six car brands went so far as to make jet engines -- not all of them for airplanes.
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Why The US Navy Has Banned The Use Of DeepSeek AI
Despite its advanced nature, DeekSeek AI has been banned by the United States Navy for very good reasons. Here's everything we know about it.
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Diesel + Tech: How The US Army's Next-Gen Hybrid Tactical Vehicle Brings The Power
Even the United States Army is embracing hybrid technology with their super silent next-gen hybrid. Here's what you need to know about the vehicle.
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How Fast Can Air Force One Fly Across The US?
Air Force One is the plane that carriers the President on the United States. Here's how fast the president's primary plane can get across the country.
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Why Do Military Submarines Use Red Lights?
Military submarines use red light instead of fluorescent or other light types for specific, scientific reasons. Here's everything you need to know.
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3 Things You May Not Know Cummins Makes For The Military
With more than 100 years in business, Cummins supplies mechanical components of all kinds, including some that get tapped for military uses.
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What Does GI Stand For In The Military?
American soldiers are widely known as G.I.s -- but where did this name come from? And how did it get attached to a wide variety of pop-culture uses?
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How Many Gs Does A Fighter Jet Pull? (And How Much Can A Pilot Handle?)
Fighter jets go amazingly fast. How many times the force of gravity does that speed translate to? And what can those planes' pilots withstand?
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7 Ways To Use The Fish Scaler On Your Swiss Army Knife
Even if you aren't a fisherman, you might be surprised, that there are several handy ways to use the fish scaler tool on your Swiss Army Knife.
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