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  1. How automotive differentials work - GIF

    Started by Altair, Aug 14, 2022 03:42 PM
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  2. Industrial apple peeler - GIF

    Started by Altair, Aug 14, 2022 10:27 AM
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  3. Concrete mixing bucket - GIF

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  4. Mower blade sharpener - GIF

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  5. Air duct cleaning robot - GIF

    Started by Altair, Aug 9, 2022 10:27 AM
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  6. Cooling rails with ice blocks - GIF

    Started by Altair, Aug 13, 2022 06:07 AM
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  7. Chipping away dried concrete on truck bed - GIF

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  8. Drill bit types and applications guide - infographic

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  9. Metal stamping with minimal waste - GIF

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  10. Dirt trench hoist - GIF

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  11. Procedure for repairing a rusted out pipe

    Started by Frank S, Aug 13, 2022 06:22 PM
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  12. Wheel loader rescue fail - GIF

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  13. Stop motion woodworking - video

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  14. Cranes in thick fog - GIF

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  15. RC car tire ballooning - GIF

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  16. Pressing bung flange - GIF

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  17. Crop duster disintegrates midair - GIF

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  18. Manufacturing disposable cups - GIF

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  19. Bucket lid crimper - GIF

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  20. Chestnut splitting tool - GIF

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