The interesting secret history of the microwave — How wind turbines actually work
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The interesting secret history of the microwave Microwave ovens have been around since about the 1950s. Back then, they were enormous boxes made specifically for industrial kitchens. If you've heard how microwaves were invented, you might know the tale of a scientist and a chocolate bar. It turns out there is much more to the story that will truly surprise you. Tap or click to hear the fascinating history of microwaves. → |
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See how they work: Wind turbines Every 24 hours, wind generates 35 times more electricity than humans across the planet use each day. We don't capture and use all that energy, of course, but is it possible? Can we live in a world powered completely by wind? To answer that question, we have to start with the basics: wind turbines. Tap or click to see the true power of the wind. → |
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21 awful tech fails they want you to forget Technology isn’t perfect. There are glitches and bugs that can make using your everyday gadgets really quite frustrating. But this is never as apparent as when a company tries introducing a new product that falls flat on its proverbial face. Let's dive into some of the cringiest moments in tech. Did you buy any of these? Tap or click to find out just how bad it can get. → |
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