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Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird

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The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird is considered the most effective reconnaissance aircraft in history. See specifications for this classic airplane.

How WWII Fighter Planes Worked

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The film "Pearl Harbor" is now playing. Look at the aircraft involved in that battle, technological marvels for their time.

How Exploding Manholes Work

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Manhole covers have been blasting out of the ground in New York City. Find out what causes these strange explosions and how powerful they really are.

What If You Shot a Gun in Space?

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Picture this: You're floating through space, minding your own business, when some super-scary alien attacks you. Clearly you need to defend yourself, but all you have is a handgun. Will it do you any good, or are you mincemeat?

Rocket Pictures

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These rocket pictures explore the people, science and technologies behind rocket development. Check out this informative series of rocket pictures.

T-64 Main Battle Tank

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The T-64 Main Battle Tank was long mistaken for another Soviet tank, the T-72. Explore the features of the T-64 Main Battle Tank at HowStuffWorks.

How Solar Sail Technology Works

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What is a solar sail? How can you use sunlight to move a spacecraft in outer space? In this article, HowStuffWorks will show you how solar sail technology works, take an in-depth look at the Cosmos-1 mission and find out what solar-sails mean for future space travel.

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