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What Is a Drone?
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They're the stuff of headlines, often characterized as evil in the sky. But what are drones and how do they get off the ground and fly?
How Space Tourism Works
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The space tourism industry offers people a way to take the ultimate vacation. Learn about space tourism and find out how you can become a space tourist.
Hypersonic Speed Explained: How Hypersonic Planes Work
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Higher, farther, faster: NASA's X-43A plane is destined to set new speed records. What sets the X-43A apart from other rocket-powered aircraft is that it is powered by a scramjet engine. Learn all about it.
What is a gimbal -- and what does it have to do with NASA?
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What is a gimbal -- and what does it have to do with NASA? Gimbals help ships and space ships stay correctly oriented. Find out what is a gimbal.
How far in advance should I check the weather forecast?
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If you check the weather regularly, you may have wondered how much good it does you. Learn when the best time to check weather in advance is.
How Patriot Missiles Work
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Patriot missiles are designed to detect, target and then hit an incoming missile. How do the systems do that?
How Dyneema Works
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Dyneema is trademarked as the world's strongest fiber. Find out how this high-strength synthetic is capable of protecting an individual (or an entire vehicle) from IEDs or even shots fired from an AK47.
What Is the Strongest Metal on Earth?
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Let's take a look at some of the strongest metals on Earth and their surprising uses.
How Atlanta Became the World's Busiest Airport, Again
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Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was just named world's busiest airport, again. What lands the ATL in the No. 1 spot again and again?
The Most Dangerous Airport in the World, Plus 12 Nail-biters
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Fear of flying? Here are 13 airports where location, terrain, weather and design limitations make takeoff and landing a challenge for pilots and a nail-biter for passengers.