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New DragonFire laser weapon can shoot drones out of the sky, UK saysThe DragonFire laser can shoot down drones and costs less than $13 a shot, the UK government claims.
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Scientists uncover the secret to building Star Wars-style laser weapons — but don't worry, we won't have a Death Star anytime soonToday's infrared lasers are only powerful enough to disable aerial targets, but scientists now have the keys to building high-powered laser weaponry that can 'melt' distant targets.
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A potentially deadly, irreversible lung disease is striking workers who make popular quartz countertopsA new study exposes the deadly risks facing workers who make engineered stone countertops.
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Bluetooth: Who invented it and how does it work?Reference Bluetooth was inspired by a Nordic king and harnesses the power of radio. How has this wireless connectivity reshaped our electronic ecosystems.
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Infrared cameras: Invention and usesReference The science behind infrared cameras and how they "see" heat.
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Jaws of Life: Invention, tools and usesReference The Jaws of Life are the favoured hydraulic tool for safely removing car crash victims. The equipment can cut car frames apart and lift crushing weights from passengers.
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Bionic eyes: How tech is replacing lost visionReference Like something from a science fiction movie, bionic eyes are artificial eyes which can enhance and even replace lost vision. The tech is still in its infancy, but the potential is huge.
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Who invented the bicycle?Reference The bicycle has a complicated past fraught with controversy and misinformation.
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What is engineering?Reference Engineering is the application of science and math to solve problems. Here we explore the different types of engineering.
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