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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Students at MIT developed a wristband that can regulate your “thermal comfort”, which could possibly eliminate the need for central heating and cooling.
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The United States produces enough plastic film annually to cover the entire state of Texas.
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Castor oil is used as a lubricant in jet planes.
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The Queen Mary - the grandest vessel of her day - had many of her vital components made by car manufacturer Skoda!
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Originally, BMW was an airplane engine manufacturer.
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Contrary to popular belief, putting sugar in a car's gas tank will NOT ruin its engine.
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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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