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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Scientists in the UK are creating a smartphone app that will enable users to test for STDs.
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In the early 1960's, Porsche commercially manufactured farm tractors.
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The cigarette lighter was invented before the match.
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Originally, BMW was an airplane engine manufacturer.
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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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