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Which State Has The Most Wind Turbines, And How Much Energy Do They Make?

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 02:45:00 +0000

Each state's topography and geography influences how beneficial wind turbines could be. Because of these factors, this state has far more than any other.

CO2 Vs Nitrogen Regulator: What's The Difference?

staff@slashgear.com (Sead Fadilpasic) — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:15:00 +0000

They look nearly identical, but CO2 and nitrogen regulators aren't always swappable. Here's what sets them apart, from draft beer to welding.

How Long Does It Take For A Laser Beam To Reach The Moon?

staff@slashgear.com (Eli Shayotovich) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:15:00 +0000

The distance between Earth and its moon is very long, and light is the fastest thing we know of, so how long would it take a laser to hit the moon?

The World's Largest Lithium Mine Isn't In China Or The US

staff@slashgear.com (Stephen Fogel) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0000

The rise of battery power has put a new premium on lithium, and the future of energy depends on it. So where do you go when you need the best and a lot of it?

What Happens To Buoys In Winter When Water Freezes Over?

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Oliveto) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 08:30:00 +0000

Buoys are a huge boon for boaters' safety and navigation, but in the wintertime when water freezes, there are some considerations to make.

How Far Can A Laser Pointer Go? Here's How Beam Distance Is Measured

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 03:45:00 +0000

While a laser pointer's distance is influenced by many factors, including atmospheric conditions, you might be surprised to know how far its beam can travel.

How Does A Liquid Nitrogen Freezer Work And What's It Good For?

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:45:00 +0000

If you've seen Terminator 2, you know all about liquid nitrogen freezing, but how does it actually work, and what kind of uses does it have?

Samsung Vs LG: Which Brand Makes The Better Smart TV? Here's What The Experts Say

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Shutt) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:15:00 +0000

Samsung and LG dominate the smart TV market, but their software experiences differ in subtle ways. See what experts say about interfaces, AI, and usability.

Why Laser Pointer Beams Disappear When You Point Them At A TV Screen

staff@slashgear.com (Alan Bradley) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:45:00 +0000

A laser pointer's beam can reach miles into the sky, yet its bright dot seems to vanish on your TV. Here's what's actually happening to that light.

Why Do Returning Spacecraft Usually Land In Water?

staff@slashgear.com (Tom Clark) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:15:00 +0000

Designing a craft to achieve space flight is one thing. Getting it back without injury or incident to crew or equipment is something else entirely.

5 Model Rocket Kits You Can Get On Amazon For Under $40

staff@slashgear.com (Quina Baterna) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:15:00 +0000

Ready for high-flying backyard fun? Discover five top model rocket kits and launch sets you can snag on Amazon for under $40 to spark STEM curiosity.

License Plate Readers Will Soon Be Able To Track Your Phone – Here's How

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:15:00 +0000

License plate readers have already proven controversial, but a new system built to work alongside them could collect far more data than your plate number.

5 Of The Most Powerful Rockets Ever Launched

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:30:00 +0000

It takes a lot of thrust to break the confines of Earth's gravity, and humanity has gone in search of ever-bigger rockets in order to do just that.

This Farmer Is Fighting High Gas Prices By Fueling His Tractors With Trash

staff@slashgear.com (Madeline Cuccio) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Faced with soaring diesel prices and shortages, one Bolivian farmer turned to an ingenious homemade solution to keep his farm equipment moving.

What Is A Wave Buoy Used For In The Ocean?

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:45:00 +0000

Ever seen a large or small buoy floating on top of the waves in the ocean? These wave buoys are critical in helping us understand ocean movement.

Free Legal Advice From ChatGPT Actually Helped A Man Win A Parking Ticket Dispute

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:45:00 +0000

Can AI beat parking fines? Learn how one driver used ChatGPT to win a three-year ticket dispute, and why legal experts still urge serious caution.

Why Do Telescopes At Observatories Shoot Giant Lasers Into The Sky?

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 01:15:00 +0000

The spectacular night-time display can help ground-based telescopes rival their space counterparts in accurate observations.

Is There A Buoy At Point Nemo?

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:45:00 +0000

Point Nemo is the farthest point in the world away from any land above sea level, and its remoteness is compounded by the absence of markers pointing it out.

What Is A Nitrogen Generator And How Does The Technology Work?

staff@slashgear.com (Tom Clark) — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 19:15:00 +0000

Nitrogen is the most abundant element in our atmosphere, making up around 78 percent of it. However, industrial uses often require much higher purities.

This Floating Solar Farm Is Doing A Lot More Than Just Generating Electricity

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:45:00 +0000

Floating solar farms, like the Bomhofsplas park in the Netherlands, can benefit the environment in ways beyond generating clean energy. Here's the story