When it comes to the different types of hydraulic oil, AW is one of the most commonly-used. But what, exactly, does the “AW” in AW hydraulic oil stand for? Defining AW Oil and its Components Quite...
They’ve always said diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but they never specified whether or not that included man-made diamonds. Recently, De Beers—the leading diamond miner in the world—announced that they...
At parties, we sometimes see a mixture of structured foil balloons and softer rubber/latex balloons. The development of the balloon has greatly improved the life of the party. If you ask me, no party is...
If Indiana Jones was real, he’d be a woman. More specifically, he’d be this woman: Aloha Wanderwell. Aloha was quite unlike anyone else of her time. An explorer, vaudevillian, filmmaker, wife, and mother, she...
We’re just getting into 2018, and our video team has been working harder than ever to create some great content for you. Our goal is always to educate and entertain you while providing information on everything we have...
Have you ever wondered what, exactly, is in a barrel of oil? It’s certainly not full of monkeys, that’s for sure. The obvious answer, you might be thinking, is 42-gallons of gooey, black crude. And that’s technically...
Color my life with the chaos of trouble. Or, you know, paint works, too. Humans have been making art for a really long time—and that’s no exaggeration. Actually, if you tried to guess the oldest known creation of...
A car in space is out of this world SpaceX’s recent Falcon Heavy rocket launch has given us plenty to think about these last few weeks. One thing I never thought I’d have to think about (at least not outside the realm...
Carbon fiber, as it is, is stronger than steel while being much lighter. And while it’s found in everything from tennis rackets to airplanes, it’s rather expensive to produce. Scientists have recently begun using plant...
We are one week into the 2018 Winter Olympics and have witnessed infinite talent on the ice. From figure skating to speed skating, the ice rinks are helping Olympic athletes set records in Pyeongchang, South Korea. As...
I know why I love cars—because growing up my dad always took the family to car shows and it’s just a part of my upbringing. I’m a sucker for nostalgia and nothing is more nostalgic than classic cars, for many reasons...
From automotive undercarriages to old boats, chains, trains, and wheelbarrows, rust is pervasive. And it’s destructive. But what, exactly, is it? If you haven’t picked up a guitar in years, you might be a bit...
Before the musical and before the hair commercials, hairspray’s history started out, well, outside of the beauty industry. Over time, it’s become a cultural phenomenon that helped create hairstyles that defined...
Because we can, can, can Yes we can, can, can, can Can, can, can, can, can –Fatboy Slim Prior to the invention of refrigeration and artificial preservatives, humans still found ways to preserve their food. Such...
From the Grand Prix to drag racing, putting the pedal to the metal has been a pastime around the world since the early 1900s. Today, we’re going to race through the history of racing and take a look at the development...
We’ve written about petroleum’s role in aspirin before, and we’ve even talked about futuristic devices that can help with the precise delivery of medicine. But where did it all start? What did medicine look like before...
Owning a car requires taking preventive maintenance steps to ensure your car lasts as long as possible. Such measures include rotating your tires, having the car inspected, and changing your oil. The benefits of regular...
Today’s internet connection is essentially wireless and can be used in almost any location through wi-fi hotspots. Phones, tablets, and laptop companies often advertise on platforms relating to instant access to social...
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