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How Two-stroke Engines Work

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A car engine uses a four-stroke cycle -- how can two strokes accomplish the same tasks? Learn all about the two-stroke engine, where it's used and how it compares to a four-stroke.

How Diesel Locomotives Work

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Diesel locomotives are some of the coolest modes of transport out there. Giant machines like these are just full of technological treats. Explore a hybrid-diesel locomotive — from engine to engineer controls.

How Gas Turbine Engines Work

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Turbine engines, or jet engines, have revolutionized the air travel industry. Learn about turbine engines and how turbine engines work.

Are personal watercraft destroying the planet?

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Personal watercraft destroying the environment is a cause for major concern. Learn about personal watercraft destroying the environment.

How Steam Engines Work

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Steam engines powered all early locomotives, steam boats and factories -- they fueled the Industrial Revolution. Learn how the steam engine produces power!

How does a magneto work?

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I am curious about the ignition system in my lawn mower. I know that a spark plug creates a high-voltage spark, and I know in my car the electricity for the spark comes from the battery. My lawn mower doesn't have a battery, so where does the electricty come from?

How a Block and Tackle Works

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A fascinating article that describes how a block and tackle (as well as levers and gears) works!

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