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A woodcutter using Stihl chainsaw to cut the tree log

Power Tools By Daksh Chaudhary 7 months ago

What Does 'LA' Mean On A Stihl Chainsaw?

If you're the type of person who throws away the instruction manual, here's what the screw labelled "LA" means on your new Stihl chainsaw, and how to use it.

the mini C-17 model stands next to a real C-17 Globemaster

Aviation By Zohaib Ahmed 7 months ago

Can The US Military's Mini C-17 Fly? Here's What It's Used For

If you've been to a military airshow in the past 20 years, there's a chance you've seen a mini C-17 Globemaster on display, but can it actually fly?

Illustration of Proba-3 satellites forming artificial eclipse

Space By Jack Picone 7 months ago

We Can Now Create A Man-Made 'Eclipse' – Here's Why That Is So Important

In an innovative mission, two spacecraft fly in precision formation to block the sun, giving scientists a particular view for study.

Cars By Nate Williams 7 months ago

Why Car Tires Are Always Black (And Why The Color Matters)

Everyone loves the chance to add personal touches to their vehicles, but tires only come in one color. Why are tires black, and could we ever see colored tires?

RS Aviation Services Robinson R22 helicopter at Burbank Airport in the United States

Technology By Tom Clark 7 months ago

What Makes The Robinson R22 One Of The Hardest Helicopters To Fly?

Helicopters are already complicated, but the Robinson R22 is one of the hardest to fly for a few different reasons. Here's everything that makes it so tough.

Willy Coppens posing in the cockpit of his plane in 1918

Aviation By Jonathan H. Kantor 7 months ago

Where This WW1 Pilot Landed His Plane Seems Impossible - But He Did It

WWI pilots were known for their aerial combat skills and were called aces. This Belgian ace did one impressive feat during combat as a "Balloon Buster."

Cars By Tabish I. 7 months ago

Here's Why You'll See People Put Tires On Their Roof Sometimes

Popular in certain regions with severe weather patterns, you may see homeowners employ old car or truck tires in a new, less automotive-related capacity.

An F-35 fight jet performing an evasion maneuver

Aviation By Alec Hively 7 months ago

F-35 Lightning II Top Speed: Here's How Fast It Is Compared To China's J-35

The F-35 Lightning II is considered by many to be the apex of modern jet fighters. But how does its top speed compare that of the new Chinese J-35 Gyrfalcon?

The USS Zumwalt conducting sea-trials in the Atlantic ocean

Naval By Tolu Akinshete 7 months ago

Why Is The USS Zumwalt Shaped Differently From Other Ships?

The U.S. Navy's Zumwalt class of destroyers is undoubtedly one of the most unique boats launched by any navy, but why does it look like that anyway?

Components By Zohaib Ahmed 7 months ago

How Much Power The Nvidia RTX 5090 Can Actually Pull At Its Peak

Nvidia's RTX 5090 graphics card is the new flagship card that promises outstanding performance. However, you're going to need a premium power supply to run it.

Technology By Daniel Trock 7 months ago

How Does Amazon Locker Work? (And Is It Only For Prime Members?)

If you don't want to have packages delivered to your doorstep while you're away from home, Amazon does offer its Amazon Locker service. Here's how it works.

Person cleaning front steps with Ryobi Telescopic Power Scrubber

Ryobi By Patrick Phillips 7 months ago

How Well Does Ryobi's USB Telescopic Scrubber Work? Here's What Users Say

The Ryobi USB Telescopic Scrubber is designed to help you scrub those hard to reach places around your home, but have users found it to be an effective tool?

B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber ready to take-off

Aviation By Daksh Chaudhary 7 months ago

Why The US Ended The B-2 Stealth Bomber Program

The United States developed and built one of the most advanced flying machines in the world. Then it shut it down before it even finished its order. Here's why.

Motorcycles By Quina Baterna 7 months ago

What It Means When A Motorcyclist Flashes You The Peace Sign

Motorcyclists have adopted numerous hand signals to communicate with other riders. Here's what it mean when a motorcycle rider gives you a peace sign.

iPhone By Tom Clark 7 months ago

How Does The iPhone 'Toaster' Charger Work? (And Where You Can Buy It)

A new charger for iPhones by Swippitt has earned the joke nickname of "iPhone Toaster", but it's actually an incredibly advanced charging setup.

gamer cleaning up a graphics card with vaccum

Components By Daniel Feininger 7 months ago

5 Signs It Might Be Time To Upgrade Your Graphics Card

If you're excitedly booting up your latest AAA gaming experience and finding you're computer struggling to run it, you may need to look for a new graphics card.

A close-up of a chainsaw chain cutting through wood

Power Tools By Daksh Chaudhary 7 months ago

What Does 'Full Chisel' Mean For A Chainsaw Chain?

If you're looking for your first chainsaw or considering an upgrade, you may have noticed the term "full chisel." Here's what that means for chainsaw chains.

Close-up of the leaping cat hood ornament on a Jaguar XJ40

Cars By Mark Roy 7 months ago

Why Did Ford Sell Off Its Jaguar & Land Rover Brands?

Ford acquired both Jaguar and Land Rover as part of its drive to own luxury brands, but lost billions in operating the prestige British marques.

A gaming monitor with a keyboard and mouse

Accessories and Peripherals By Adnan Ahmed 7 months ago

Yes, A Monitor Can Work Without A PC - Here Are Other Ways You Can Use It

Monitors may be core peripheral devices for PCs, but there are plenty of other uses for these displays aside from being hooked up to a desktop or laptop.

The HMS Daring (D32) outbound from Portsmouth Naval Base, U.K.

Naval By Jonathan H. Kantor 7 months ago

How Many Type 45 Destroyers Does The UK Navy Have In Its Fleet & What Are The Ships' Capabilities?

Britain's Type 45 destroyer is one of the nation's most powerful and versatile vessels. It has been in service since 2009 with the commissioning of HMS Daring.

Person standing in front of a car with halogen headlights

Cars By Alvin Reyes 7 months ago

Why You Shouldn't Replace Your Halogen Bulbs With Cheap LED Headlights From Amazon (Or Elsewhere)

Replacing your vehicle's halogen bulbs with cheap LED headlights you found on sale may sound like a good idea, but you probably should avoid it.

A person holding a plug inside a wall outlet.

Technology By Shane O'Neill 7 months ago

Do You Need To Unplug Electronics During A Thunderstorm?

Wondering if you should unplug electronics during a thunderstorm? Learn why it’s recommended and how it protects your devices from damage.

GMC Acadia parked on gravels with trees and a building in the background

Cars By Monday Goma 7 months ago

GM Small Gasoline Engines Vs. Ford EcoBoost Engines: How Do They Compare?

Both Ford EcoBoost and General Motors small gasoline engines were designed to be more efficient in the face of new emission regulations.

Stihl outdoor battery tools laid out on the yard

Power Tools By Marinel Sigue 7 months ago

Are Stihl Battery-Powered Tools Waterproof? Here's What You Need To Know

Looking to get some yardwork done but there's a bad rain storm approaching? Here's what you need to know about using your STIHL tools in a wet environment.

Tesla Model X, Model S, and Cybertruck display at a dealership.

Electric Vehicles By Brian McHugh 7 months ago

Why Do Some Teslas Have Panel Gaps?

Panel gap issues became a sort of a rite of passage for Tesla owners. But why do Tesla vehicles like the Cybertruck often have larger-than-average panel gaps?

A static image of an Intel i9 12th gen CPU next to an AMD Ryzen 9 5000 series processor.

Components By Ali Hassan 7 months ago

AMD Vs Intel: Are Intel CPUs Still Good For Gaming? Here's What Users Say

Intel used to be the go-to for gamers in need of a CPU, but what's the status now? Let's see how AMD and Intel processors compare for gamers.

Aviation By Aaron Greenbaum 7 months ago

Which Countries Fly The F-35 And How Many Do They Have In Their Air Fleet?

The F-35 is in high demand. See which 19 countries operate it, how many jets they have, and what this means for future air combat.

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