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How Revolvers Work
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The revolver turned shooting a round into a one-step process, forever changing the face of crime, law enforcement and self-defense. Find out what goes on inside a revolver.
How Shotguns Work
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To do its job, a projectile must both make contact with the target and hit the target in a critical spot. If a rifle is like using a felt-tip pen, a shotgun is like using a can of spray paint.
Where Do Bullets Go When Guns Are Fired Straight Up Into the Air?
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If you've ever watched a gun fired into the air at a celebration, you've probably wondered where that bullet ends up. We've got the answer.
You've Seen 'Top Gun.' But What's the Real TOPGUN Program Like?
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Students at the actual TOPGUN school aren't as cocky as the characters in the movies, but the fictional version gets a lot of other things right.
How Laser Weapons Work
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Laser weapons have been depicted in science fiction for years, but they do exist in real life. Learn more about laser weapons.
How Fast Does a Bullet Travel?
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Reference frames can help explain how a bullet fired from a gun behaves on a moving train. Learn more about reference frames and Newton's first law.
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.
Cromwell A-27M Infantry Tank
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The Cromwell A-27M Infantry Tank was fast and agile but still outmatched by opposition tanks. Learn about Britain's Cromwell A-27M Infantry Tank.
Centurion Main Battle Tank
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The Centurion Main Battle Tank was heavily armed and used by many countries. Learn the history and design of Britain's Centurion Main Battle Tank.
T-62 Main Battle Tank
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The T-62 Main Battle Tank was the second generation of Soviet MBTs, based on the T-54/T-55. Learn about the T-62 Main Battle Tank at HowStuffWorks.