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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UFO sightings have reduced by over 80% since the introduction of smartphones and public access to HD video.
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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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The United States produces enough plastic film annually to cover the entire state of Texas.
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Mico headphones read your brainwaves and select music based on your state of mind.
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The oil used by jewelers to lubricate clocks and watches costs about $3,000 a gallon.
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Any modern jet is capable of breaking the sound barrier.
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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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