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How Diesel Locomotives Work (1:15)
Trains have been around for hundreds of years, but the way modern trains are powered uses a new hybrid technology. See how diesel locomotives work in this HowStuffWorks video.
How Drawbridges Work (1:24)
A drawbridge is a bridge over a body of water that opens up to allow boats and ships to pass through. Watch this video from HowStuffWorks to learn how it works.
How Hot Air Balloons Work (1:12)
Hot air balloons rides are flying at its purest -- no engine, no moving parts and very little the pilot can do to control the vehicle. Watch this video from HowStuffWorks to see what it's like to fly in a hot air balloon.
How Segway Works (1:06)
The Segway human transporter combines a control system, a series of sensors and a motor system. Find out how it works in this video from HowStuffWorks.
Helicopter Video Log: How Do Emergency Landings Work? (3:08)
Learn how helicopter pilots execute emergency landings. To find more information about helicopters, see this HowStuffWorks video.
