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Dive into today’s Strands puzzle built around the theme “Simple Machine,” celebrating the fundamental tools that make work easier. Understand the meaning of the spangram “Simple Machine” and explore ...

Household appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines are often the biggest energy vampires in a home. However, a simple feature present in many modern appliances but overlooked by many owners ...

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A new children’s book, titled Simple Machines Made Simple, wants to demystify mechanical engineering for kids as young as a year old. It recently beat its Kickstarter goal by 700%—raising more than ...

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