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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A fully loaded supertanker traveling at normal speed takes a least twenty minutes to stop.
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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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The United States produces enough plastic film annually to cover the entire state of Texas.
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Technically speaking, crystal glass is actually a Liquid that flows very slowly.
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The first alarm clock could only ring at 4 a.m.
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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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Originally, Nintendo was a playing card manufacturer.
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