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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Energy is being wasted if a toaster is left plugged in after use.
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Whale oil was used in automobile transmissions as late as 1973.
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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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Windmills always turn anti-clockwise. Except for the windmills in Ireland!
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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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The life boat was patented in 1845!
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