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In 1926 Herbert Hoover, then Secretary of Commerce, limited the number of unique utensils in a silverware set to 55.

In this episode, we'll look at 5 massive tractors that will blow your mind. So, if you like big machines, stick around as we take a closer look at each of these monsters. https://t.co/D0aGrNPrw3

Ever wondered how geologists collect lava samples from volcanoes? 🌋 🎥 @USGS #engineering https://t.co/oagAnvZGjO

The autonomous reactors will use the nuclear waste of larger power plants. https://t.co/cZgoaKKFHy

UltraAir will enable the exchange of large amounts of data using laser beams in a network of ground stations and satellites in geostationary orbit at 36,000 km above the Earth. https://t.co/V65jY78dJN

And it can be implemented safely at home. https://t.co/eNKMAxOzL1

Don't be frightened. https://t.co/VPddcGPSLw

Unlike James Webb, the Habitable World Observatory will be serviceable by robots in space. https://t.co/6BAFKIretw

The James Webb Space Telescope has begun the new year with a bang. Find out more at https://t.co/95VT1f1Qnk 🚀 #engineering #interestingengineering https://t.co/26w6C9KmKq

You can easily raise your bed with this device.   #engineering https://t.co/uZNatxyoPx

While the Hyksos were described as invading forces, archeologists who examined their teeth beg to differ. https://t.co/Pd7Nec8Ibt

The human lifespan is due for an extension. https://t.co/hsPwUCQJHT

When will we run out of oil? 50 years? 100? As it turns out, we may never actually run out of this incredibly useful substance. https://t.co/PdO6AuTkwp

FTX, the cryptocurrency exchange that came crashing down in just a week in November last year, has now recovered assets worth $5 billion, its attorney told a U.S. court. Find out more at https://t.co/P1wTYh4xBI 🚀 #engineering #interestingengineering https://t.co/jeZxtgu85J

The new mosquito repellent.