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You've probably heard of film negatives, but there is actually an opposite, called positive film. It's less common today, but can be good for certain projects.

Positive Vs. Negative Film: How To Decide Which Is Best For You

If you have never filled a butane torch lighter before, the process can be a little intimidating. Don't worry, SlashGear will walk you through how to do it.

How To Properly Fill A Butane Torch Lighter

Aircraft carriers are the most formidable ships ever created and changed the face of military combat, but how many jets can their decks actually hold?

How Many Fighter Jets Can A US Aircraft Carrier Hold?

The 1973 Pontiac Firebird is an iconic car still beloved by many enthusiasts. But what engine powered this legendary vehicle and how much is it worth today?

What Engine Powered The 1973 Pontiac Firebird & How Much Is One Worth Today?

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

You probably know what most of the letters on your gear shift mean, but have you ever seen the letter B? Here's what that means and when you might use it.

What Does The 'B' Stand For In Your Car's Gear Shift And When Should You Use It?

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The M240 machine gun was introduced in the 1970s. Having seen use in a number of conflicts, it's favored by the US Army and Marine Corps.

Why Do Both US Marines and the Army Swear By This One Machine Gun?

WD-40 has an astonishing amount of uses, but some surfaces and projects you should keep it away from. Here are 10 mistakes you might make with WD-40.

10 Mistakes You Might Be Making When Using WD-40

The 2025 Suburban is one of the biggest, most comfortable rides you'll find on the market, and it is getting a few improvements we're really looking forward to.

4 New Features We're Excited About In The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban

A car is an intricate assembly of tens of thousands of parts, from tiny screws and washers to a sometimes massive engine block that can weigh well over 100 pounds. The failure of just one part like an ignition switch or coil wire can disable a car, and some vehicle components like engines and transmissions are made up of dozens or hundreds of even smaller parts. These intricate assemblies require a fascinating synchronicity of those parts to work correctly, as well as proper lubrication.

What Is A Transfer Case In A Vehicle And How Do They Work?

Diesel engines are used for a wide variety of purposes where torque is important. But what makes diesel engines so torquey?

This Is Why Diesel Engines Put Out So Much More Torque

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24/7 Wall St. Insights: The F-35 Lightning II and F/A-18 Hornet are two of the fastest fighter jets currently in the U.S. Marine Corps The Pratt & Whitney F135 engine powers the F-35 Lightning II The F-35 Lightning II can hit speeds up to Mach 1.6 or 1,200 mph Also: Discover the next Nvidia Fighter […]
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This US Marines Fighter Jet Can Hit Speeds Over Mach 1.5

A new lawsuit filed against OceanGate sheds light on some of the more controversial aspects of the Titan submersible, including its "hip" tech system.

The Terrifying Tech Failure At The Heart Of New $50 Million Titan Sub Disaster Lawsuit

Flip video camera were hugely popular for a span of time before seemingly disappearing overnight. Here's why they were discontinued and what happened.

Why Were Flip Video Cameras Discontinued?

Tired of annoying ads cluttering up your Samsung smartphone? Here's how to get rid of them, and it just involves changing a few settings on your device.

How To Turn Off Ads On Your Samsung Phone

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The USS Abraham Lincoln is on its way as the US Navy continues to react to a range of crises in the Middle East.

The US Navy is on its fourth aircraft carrier as its warships react to fighting in the Middle East

If you regularly work on or install engines, you might want to invest in an engine run stand. Here's what it is, why it's useful, and how much it might cost.

What Is An Engine Run Stand? Here's Everything You Need To Know

Though they're not a primary mode for travelers, trains are essential. In the 200 or so years they've existed, they've been used to handle a variety of tasks and have become vital all over the globe. They're quick, safe, and dependable as evidenced by some of the oldest locomotives still in service today. Naturally, trains have transformed since the first models hit tracks back in the 1800s. Countless engineers have come along to improve upon them, resulting in major innovations like the fastest passenger trains around the world. Still, despite their prevalence, the science behind trains isn't something most people understand.

How Trains Stay On Track: The Engineering Explained

The U.S. Navy is home to one of the largest air forces in the world, second only to the U.S. Air Force. The backbone of the Navy’s arsenal of aircraft is the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet. These jets are equipped with advanced avionics and weapons systems and are designed for strike missions, air superiority, and aerial […]
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This Fighter Jet Makes Up Almost Half of the Navy’s Aircraft

The tradition of the presidential car has been around for more than a century in the United States. Here's the story behind this historic vehicle.

Here's Why The US Navy Doesn't Use The F-22 Raptor

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