Why Harley-Davidson Sued Honda In The 1990s
It's not uncommon for big name companies to protect their brand name with a lawsuit. Here's why Harley-Davidson did just that with Honda in the 1990s.
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Chris Littlechild
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Which Aircraft Carrier Launched The Largest Airstrike In History?
No amount of military knowledge can prepare you for what the largest airstrike in history might look like. The most surprising fact is how recently it happened.
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This Modern Innovation Can Save Tank Crew Members If An M1 Abrams Explodes
Tanks are magnificent machines that offer tons of protection for their occupants, though it's not just armor that keeps them safe. There are new advancements.
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How Did WW2 Pilots Navigate Without GPS?
Navigating an airplane during World War II wasn't as easy as looking at radar or using GPS in this digital age. Things were much more hands-on.
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The Air Force Gave This Crashed C-130J Super Hercules A Second Chance At Flight
The U.S. Air Force is no stranger to repairing aircraft that others would deem unrepairable. This C-130J Super Hercules was a quite the challenge, though.
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This Is What The Inside Of A Tanker Truck Looks Like
It's not uncommon to see large tanker trucks on the road, transporting some sort of liquid or fuel. The tank looks simple in design, but it's rather complex.
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Why Navy Ships Zig-Zagged To Avoid Submarines In WW2
Naval vessels often employ multiple strategies to combat enemy ships, but zigzagging might be one of the weirdest. However, it was a solid maneuver.
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Here's Why Laser Pointers Can Be Dangerous For Airplanes
Laser pointers may seem harmless, but their misuse near airplanes has raised serious safety concerns among pilots, regulators, and federal agencies.
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This Well-Known Airline Skips Row 13 - Here's Why
Certain airlines choose to skip row 13 on some planes. While confusing, this can be a good thing for some passengers. Here's why.
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How A Giant Parachute Helps The B-52 Come To A Complete Stop
The B-52 Stratofortress is an impressive bomber in the United States Air Force that has a rather unique feature; a giant parachute. Imagine cleaning that thing.
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No, The Pope Does Not Have A Private Jet - Here's How He Flies
Being such a prestigious world leader, one would think the pope would have his own private jet to traverse the globe, but that's not the case at all.
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Here's How Cargo Ships Secure Their Shipping Containers
With all the different accidents out at sea where cargo ships lose dozens of shipping containers, it makes one wonder exactly how they're secured to the vessel.
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World War 2: What Was The Kaiten Torpedo & Did It Sink Any Ships?
The Kaiten torpedo was developed in Japan during World War II to sink Allied ships. It was a formidable weapon but suffered many design flaws.
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The Strongest Sonic Boom Ever Recorded Was Produced By This Iconic Fighter Jet
When a fighter jet travels at supersonic speeds, it emits a sonic boom due to the shock wave it produces. The strongest one ever was recorded in 1967.
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Can A Plane Land On A Helipad? It's Only Happened Once
It's physically impossible for many planes to land on a helipad due to their size. However, one plane made history by landing on a helicopter pad in Dubai.
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What Is An Impossible Turn In Aviation And Why Is It So Risky?
Pilots have dubbed one particular maneuver "the impossible turn." It's not actually impossible, but it is incredibly difficult and risky. What is it?
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Why Fighter Jets Are Inherently Unstable (And What Makes Them Safe To Fly)
Instability might not seem like the most desirable characteristic for a flying object. But fighter jets are actually designed to be unstable in flight.
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How Do Commercial Jet Pilots Detect Incoming Turbulence?
Flying through the air is not without it challenges including turbulence, so how do pilots know when it's coming up. It turns out, there are a lot of ways.
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The Unlikely Way A Propeller Plane Outmaneuvered A Fighter Jet During The Korean War
You might think fighter jets reign supreme over propeller planes. Yet one prop plane in the Korean War proved that may not always be the case.
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Do Electric Vehicles Cause More Motion Sickness Than Traditional Cars?
It might seem logical for electric vehicles to help with motion sickness, but here's the truth behind the science.
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Are Bentley Pontoons Made By Bentley Motors? Here's Who Owns The Boating Brand
They may share a name, but does the same company who makes the famous British cars also produce the boats bearing the Bentley Pontoons logo?
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The One Weak Link In The Million-Mile Toyota Tundra — And How Toyota Made It More Reliable
Victor Sheppard drove his 2007 Toyota Tundra over a million miles in just nine years. Toyota used this truck to find the only weak link in its durability.
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Why Do Some Airplanes Have Black Paint Under The Cockpit Windows?
Much like football players, airplanes often have black paint under their "eyes," and while the basic idea is similar, there are some differences.
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Why Do Airplane Wings Bend During Bad Weather? (And How Far Can They Go?)
Having bendy wings on an airplane may not sound like the safest design, but a bit of flexibility actually serves a critical role in creating a safe flight.
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Why Do Helipads Have A Giant 'H'? It's There For An Important Reason
Whether you've seen one in a movie or have been in a helicopter, it's common knowledge that helipads have a giant H painted on them. There's a good reason.
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Can The US Military's Mini C-130 Fly? Here's Where It's Used
The United States Air Force makes use of a miniature C-130 cargo plane on a regular basis, but it has a different role from its larger counterpart.
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What Does The Inside Of An F-14 Tomcat Fighter Jet Look Like?
The F-14 Tomcat of the United States Navy is a well-known fighter jet throughout the world. It has a unique wing design as well as an interesting cockpit.
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