How long is the perfect nap? — The secret engineering behind Nerf guns
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January 31, 2022

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The problem with lithium-ion batteries

The problem with lithium-ion batteries

Everything from your smartphone to cordless vacuum cleaner uses a lithium-ion battery, and demand is growing as more electric vehicles hit the market. The issue is that there is only so much lithium on the earth, and we may be running out. So what does this mean for the future?

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How long should a nap be?

How long should a nap be?

Naps are one of life’s great pleasures. Laying down on a Sunday afternoon and dozing off while watching TV is sheer bliss. But sometimes, we wake up from a nap feeling more tired than before. Why is this? And what is the perfect amount of time for a nap?

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How do Nerf guns actually work?

How do Nerf guns actually work?

Nerf guns have been around for decades. During that time, these popular toys have gone through many different iterations and product lines. But, one thing they all have in common is how the shooting mechanism works. This genius of engineering is much more complicated than you may think.

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The unbelievable engineering of history’s fastest plane

The unbelievable engineering of history’s fastest plane

During the Cold War, one of the greatest battles was the space race. This contest was fought through science and engineering. In the middle of it all, the U.S. military created a rocket-powered plane that was able to reach the edge of space. So how did they do it, and what did it take to make this thing go so fast?

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