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How Electromagnetic Propulsion Will Work
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Get a sneak peek (even before NASA scientists) at a new type of spacecraft that could be jolted through space by electromagnets.
How Blackouts Work
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Blackouts are explained in this article. Learn about blackouts.
How Military Snipers Work
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Military snipers are highly trained sharpshooters that can hit a target from great distances. Learn about military snipers and military sniper training.
Could Salter's Duck have solved the oil crisis?
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Salter's Duck was a 1970s wave energy invention that lost grant money and fell by the wayside. Find out more about Salter's Duck's energy potential.
Tornado Watch vs. Warning: Differentiating Disaster Alerts
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Understanding a tornado watch vs. warning is the difference between preparing for a potential disaster or immediately seeking shelter.
Braving the Most Dangerous Sea in the World
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The world's oceans and seas are vital arteries for global trade, yet they also pose significant risks to those who navigate them. From piracy to maritime disasters, the dangers that mariners face are numerous and varied.
10 Myths About Surviving a Tornado
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Separating fact from fiction when it comes to tornado safety could mean the difference between life and death.
Where Are Tornadoes Most Common Around the World?
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If a student asks you, "Where are tornadoes most common?" you may be able to answer their question in the scope of the U.S., but the global answer depends on geography, climate, and the collision of air masses.
How Storm Chasers Work
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If a tornado was heading your way, you'd probably head for the hills. But for some people, it's just the beginning of a chase.
How a Weather Balloon Works?
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Have you ever wondered how weather stations gather all of their data? Even though technology for predicting the weather has improved, simple weather balloons do a lot of the hard work every day.