Windmills always turn anti-clockwise. Except for the windmills in Ireland!
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An airplane mechanic invented Slinky while he was playing with engine parts and realized the possible secondary use for the springs.
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Jumbo jets use 4,000 gallons of fuel to take off.
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A car operates at maximum economy, gas-wise, at speeds between 25 and 35 miles per hour.
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Contrary to popular belief, putting sugar in a car's gas tank will NOT ruin its engine.
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Students at MIT developed a wristband that can regulate your “thermal comfort”, which could possibly eliminate the need for central heating and cooling.
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