Cleaner, greener power tools
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Power tool manufacturers have began to incorporate mini two-stroke and four-stroke engines in their products that are capable of meeting strict air quality standards. The engines are powerful for their size and produce less exhaust and noise. However, they are more heavier and expensive to make.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1998
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From school to space
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Elementary school teacher Barbara Morgan's career as an astronaut will be revived following the resumption of the Teacher-in-Space program. Morgan was the designated backup for Christa McAuliffe in 1986.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1998
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Picture me in pixels
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An evaluation of next-generation digital cameras is presented, including the $1,000 Sony Mavica MVC-FD95, and the $800 Sony DCS-S70.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2000
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