Henry Ford produced the model T only in black because the black paint available at the time was the fastest to dry.
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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).
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In 1998, Sony accidently sold 700,000 camcorders that had the technology to see through people's clothes.
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A car operates at maximum economy, gas-wise, at speeds between 25 and 35 miles per hour.
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To have your picture taken by the very first camera you would have had to sit still for 8 hours!
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About 39,000 gallons of water are used to produce the average car!
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A small airplane can fly backwards.
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