All GPS units sold in the civilian market have to be programmed to deactivate themselves if they detect they are travelling faster than 1200 MPH or are above 60,000 feet in altitude to prevent them being used in intercontinental ballistic missiles.
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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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Surgeons who grew up playing video games make 37 percent fewer mistakes.
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It would take twenty new mid-size cars to generate the same amount of pollution that a mid-size 1960's car did.
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Scientists in the UK are creating a smartphone app that will enable users to test for STDs.
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There’s an internet-enabled jacket which gives you a “hug” every time a Facebook friend likes your status.
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Windmills always turn anti-clockwise. Except for the windmills in Ireland!
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