Car airbags kill 1 person for every 22 lives that they save.
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Scientists in China have built a prototype high-speed maglev train that is theoretically capable of reaching speeds of up to 1,800 mph (2,900 km/h).
1
There are only 14 blimps in the world.
69
The life boat was patented in 1845!
29
A car operates at maximum economy, gas-wise, at speeds between 25 and 35 miles per hour.
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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.
12
Originally, Nintendo was a playing card manufacturer.
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Any modern jet is capable of breaking the sound barrier.
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