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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The United States produces enough plastic film annually to cover the entire state of Texas.
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To have your picture taken by the very first camera you would have had to sit still for 8 hours!
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Any modern jet is capable of breaking the sound barrier.
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Originally, BMW was an airplane engine manufacturer.
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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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Contrary to popular belief, putting sugar in a car's gas tank will NOT ruin its engine.
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