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Scale models - Getting The Size Right

The most important aspect of any scale model is quite simply applying the correct parameters to the design and insuring that the model is proportionate to the design in question. While this many sound like a job that involves little more than calculating ... Read >
Author: Mark Samuels

Large Trucks Modified for Aerodynamics

With gas prices fluctuating and the oil supply decreasing, engineers are working on ways to make large trucks more fuel-efficient. What does that mean for the average person? With large truck usage accounting for 19 percent of the overall fuel consumpt... Read >
Author: Greg Chapman

Be a Smart Condo Shopper

This article is not meant to bash condominium living. Condos have their place as an effective, low maintenance form of housing in an urban setting. However, this is one form of real estate that has consistently delivered a high level of customer dissatis... Read >
Author: Adam Robinson

Funny Stunts on UTube Video

Have you ever admired an actor for his intrepid courage in those astonishing action scenes? Do not go wrong because most of those impacting action moments are played by a stunt double, this is a person who resembles the actor physically but that it is spe... Read >
Author: Robin Futcher

Holidays in Poole – Wimborne Model Town

Designed and built just after the Second World War, Wimborne Model Town is just that - a 1/10th scale model of Wimborne Town. Amazing visitors from all over the world, Wimborne Model Town is a fascinating day out for all the family. The original ide... Read >
Author: Horatio Belmondo

When The Law of Attraction Becomes Childs Play

Copyright (c) 2008 Michael Messina Do you remember the anticipation of getting something you really wanted when you were a child? That special toy you were saving up for, or promised as a Birthday or Christmas present? Did you, even for a moment, im... Read >
Author: Michael Messina

Essentials of Decorating Teenager Bedrooms

Decorating teenager bedrooms can be difficult. First teenagers have their own ideas in decorating their room. They may not like what you have in mind for their space. Obviously teenagers have to decide for themselves how their rooms would look and feel ... Read >
Author: Priyanka Arora

The History of Scales in Plastic Kits

A scale model is a replica or copy of an object that is either larger or smaller than the original. Commonly the scale model is a smaller version of the original and is produced to provide a guide for making a full size version or as a hobby or toy. Mo... Read >
Author: Interdesigns

Is Dad about to get a little camper?

Along with its Beetle stablemate, the split-screen Volkswagen camper van, or "bus" as it became known, is one of the most iconic road vehicles ever made. It is associated equally with surfer dudes, family holidays and, of course, struggling rock bands c... Read >
Author: Johnasmith

What's the point of an advertising copywriter?

An advertising copywriter used to be the last thing I wanted to be. Why? Because I used to detest advertising. Part of me still does. This knobbly bit, here, see? You see, I firmly believed that advertising doesn't sell. But I'd misunderstood the role of ... Read >
Author: Nigel Graber

Plastic Airplane Models Allow You To Discover The Thrills Of Flying

Have you ever looked at the sky and seen the trails of airplanes as they pass high in the atmosphere. Well this view can inspire various people to dream of flying. There are some people who will act on these feelings. They will get a pilots license or buy... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu

Hot Wheels World Race Cars

Hot Wheels is a brand of die cast toy car, started by American toymaker Mattel in 1968. Mattel was the primary competitor of Johnny Lightning and Matchbox until 1996, when Mattel acquired rights to the Matchbox brand from Tyco. Originally the cars and t... Read >
Author: Allan

Pinnacle Mazda to Support Autism Speaks in Honor of Brett Smrz

In honor of Brett Smrz, a professional driver of the #29 Autism Speaks / Team MER Mazda MX-5 in the Sirius Satellite Radio Mazda MX-5 Championship, Pinnacle Mazda will have a raffle to raise money for Autism Speaks, an organization with an advocacy to r... Read >
Author: Kraig

Flying My Own Aircraft Models Is The Closest I Can Get To Being A Pilot

There is a fascination that exists about airplanes. The idea of flying may have something to do with this idea. While there are different ways that you can get this feeling building and flying your own aircraft models is perhaps the closest you can get to... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu

Rapid Prototyping Service Bureaus

A prototype is a model of something that is to be developed further. Rapid Prototyping refers to the creation quick representations from an initial idea and taking it through successive iterations until the final form is developed all without the cost and... Read >
Author: Annette

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