"i think the only future item they got right was the power pole... but those ended up more in airports and public places.Also, the Shop Smith is a very interesting design that lasted decades almost unchanged. would be worth an article on its own."
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"could they not copy german engineering like they did the boxer engine and AWD?I mean, VW has come with a 'automatic-manual' for a while (DSG). essentially its like two manual transmissions, that are shifted by the computer, better than any race car driver too. Or you can manually shift via padle... i know, not the same as foot clutch and stick... but at least it is always locked to the crank, and there is no tq converter lag."
"they make thermocouples in the same fashion, starting out with large wire, ceramic beads, and a large pipe... then they draw everything down at the same time, and everything shrinks proportionally."
"half rip off.... the video is much better (newer), and done from scratch.... those claiming plagiarism must be giving credit to whoever drew the first circle. Zooming in and out isnt anything new. do all automakers give credit to whomever created the first automobile?"
"i think half the current size is from the mechanics of wine tasting... being able to swirl and smell requires a larger volume than you are actually filling.... only the wine lushes fill the glass full."