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The Limits of Big Data: Why We Still Need Humans

Posted by Battelle Staff on Jun 11, 2015

Data mining methods can help companies sift through the billions of bytes of data zipping across the web each second. But is big data enough?

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How Conductive Coatings Are Changing Aviation

Posted by Battelle Staff on May 8, 2015

When you’re up in the air, ice is the enemy. Even a little ice on an aircraft’s wings can add weight and change the aerodynamics in dangerous ways.

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Robots Go Where Humans Can't or Shouldn't

Posted by Battelle Staff on Apr 28, 2015

Difficult tasks in harsh conditions like those in space or undersea are nearly impossible for humans to do on their own. Luckily, we have robots.

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How Do You De-ice a Drone?

Posted by Battelle Staff on Apr 23, 2015

Icing is a serious problem for drones. But anti-icing systems designed for commercial aircraft are too bulky and too heavy.

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