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When Was the First Bus Invented?
Automotive

When Was the First Bus Invented?

Read our guide to the development of the bus to see the many milestones that led to the buses we know today.
5 min read
The Invention of Windshield Wipers
Automotive

The Invention of Windshield Wipers

Find out the true story behind windshield wipers and how they came into production.
4 min read
When Did Collapsible Steering Columns Come Out?
Automotive

When Did Collapsible Steering Columns Come Out?

Collapsible steering columns are a part of a larger system of safety features in modern cars but it took a long time for them to get there.
4 min read
The History of Hoover Dam
Energy

The History of Hoover Dam

Learn all about the history of Hoover Dam, one of the largest hydroelectric plants in the U.S.
4 min read
When Was Hydroelectricity Invented?
Energy

When Was Hydroelectricity Invented?

Learn all about the history of the renewable resource of hydroelectricity including its inventor, where it's been utilized, and a brief history.
4 min read
The History Of Nuclear Power
Energy

The History Of Nuclear Power

Only a century old, nuclear power is one of the most promising tools for reducing carbon emissions. Discover its rich history here.
7 min read
What Caused the Accident at Three Mile Island?
Energy

What Caused the Accident at Three Mile Island?

Nuclear power has been a safe source of energy production in the United States. But what caused the Three Mile Island accident?
4 min read
The History of Hydropower
Energy

The History of Hydropower

Learn the history of hydropower from the ancient water wheel to the latest trends in turning water into electricity.
8 min read
Why is Hoover Dam Famous?
Energy

Why is Hoover Dam Famous?

There are some construction projects that are forgettable and some that benefit entire societies. The Hoover Dam is a marvel of the modern age.
4 min read
Where was the First Nuclear Power Plant in the World?
Energy

Where was the First Nuclear Power Plant in the World?

The Experimental Breeder Reactor I in Arco, Idaho is the first nuclear reactor to produce electricity.
4 min read
Do Trains Have Anti-Lock Braking Systems?
Rail

Do Trains Have Anti-Lock Braking Systems?

Are you wondering whether anti-lock braking systems are used in trains? Learn all about what brakes trains use.
4 min read
Why did Nuclear Power become Popular and Unpopular?
Energy

Why did Nuclear Power become Popular and Unpopular?

Why did nuclear power become popular and unpopular? Learn the factors that led to the rise and fall of nuclear power.
4 min read
The History of Wind Power
Energy

The History of Wind Power

Discover the history of wind power, the development of its technology, and its effect on society.
8 min read
Who Invented the Battery and Why?
Energy

Who Invented the Battery and Why?

Are you curious about who invented the first battery? Learn all about the discovery and invention of the battery in this informative article.
4 min read
Who Invented the Solar Panel?
Energy

Who Invented the Solar Panel?

The solar panel is a technology almost 200 years in the making. Find out the history of the solar cell.
4 min read
Which Renewable Energy Is the Oldest?
Energy

Which Renewable Energy Is the Oldest?

Renewable energy is our oldest source of power. This article explores the oldest renewable energy and how it coincides with other sources.
4 min read
A Timeline of Renewable Energy
Energy

A Timeline of Renewable Energy

Renewable energy has been around since 200 BC. This renewables timeline explains the key milestones of the fascinating history.
11 min read
Top 10 Special Features of the Titanic
Maritime

Top 10 Special Features of the Titanic

Have you ever wondered what features made the Titanic stand out from all other ships of its era?
6 min read
The World's First Passenger Railway
Rail

The World's First Passenger Railway

Trains have been around for a long time, but when was the first time they actually ferried passengers around? Learn all about it right here.
4 min read
When Was the Drum Brake Invented?
Automotive

When Was the Drum Brake Invented?

Did you know your car's brakes may have been developed over 100 years ago? Check out the origin of drum brakes.
4 min read
The Fastest Steam Train in the World
Rail

The Fastest Steam Train in the World

The record for the world's fastest steam locomotive was set in 1938. Will that record ever be broken?
4 min read
Why are Reverse Lights White?
Automotive

Why are Reverse Lights White?

Are white reverse lights a rule, or can they be any color? Read on for everything you need to know about why reverse lights are white.
4 min read
The First Railway in the USA
Rail

The First Railway in the USA

Curious about the history of railroads and their construction in America? Discover the first railway in the USA.
4 min read
How Did Ships Communicate Before Radio?
Maritime

How Did Ships Communicate Before Radio?

Before the radio was invented, marine communication wasn't easy. How exactly did it work? Some methods might surprise you.
4 min read
When Did Ships Start Using Morse Code?
Maritime

When Did Ships Start Using Morse Code?

Wondering when did ships start using Morse code? The story is so great, that it might inspire you to learn all the dots and dashes.
4 min read
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