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.
2
A toaster uses almost half as much energy as a full-sized oven.
33
An airplane mechanic invented Slinky while he was playing with engine parts and realized the possible secondary use for the springs.
12
A small airplane can fly backwards.
75
Car airbags kill 1 person for every 22 lives that they save.
80
A car operates at maximum economy, gas-wise, at speeds between 25 and 35 miles per hour.
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Surgeons who grew up playing video games make 37 percent fewer mistakes.
250
Kissenger is a pig-shaped robotic device that lets you kiss someone over the internet.
5