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Thursday, February 28
Watch: Delicate Art Made With A Massive Robotic Arm

Watch: Delicate Art Made With A Massive Robotic Arm

A stunning glimpse of where robotics, art, and architecture will intersect in years to come.

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Could This Law Really Defeat The Patent Trolls?

Could This Law Really Defeat The Patent Trolls?

The SHIELD Act will attempt to stymie the activities of patent trolls, which Rep. Peter DeFazio says amounts to "blackmail."

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The 3 Rules Of Innovation: Location, Location, Location

The 3 Rules Of Innovation: Location, Location, Location

Does manufacturing have a future in the U.S.? A two-year-long study suggests it does--especially if companies work together.

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It’s Science! Novels Will Make You A Better, More Empathetic Designer

It’s Science! Novels Will Make You A Better, More Empathetic Designer

Empathy is a hallmark of good design. New research finds that reading fiction can increase your empathy within a week…but reading the wrong story can have the opposite effect.

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This Full-Sized Urban Bike Weighs A Mere 11 Pounds

This Full-Sized Urban Bike Weighs A Mere 11 Pounds

Why yes, that is a little girl holding a $20,000 performance bike proudly over her head!

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11 Nuggets Of Advice For Design Students, Direct From The Pros

11 Nuggets Of Advice For Design Students, Direct From The Pros

I Used To Be A Design Student showcases school work from famous names alongside their current portfolio, with a hearty helping of insights covering everything from lessons learned to favorite foods.

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Eerie Photos Of A Subculture Devoted To Life-Like Baby Dolls

Eerie Photos Of A Subculture Devoted To Life-Like Baby Dolls

Graphic designer-turned-photographer Rebecca Martinez documents the Reborn community, a group of women who create lifelike infant dolls.

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The Mystery Behind Chipotle’s Secret, 1,500-Calorie Super Burrito

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The Mystery Behind Chipotle’s Secret, 1,500-Calorie Super Burrito

Chipotle, Starbucks, and In-N-Out don’t see their “secret menus” as secrets at all, but they represent a sea change in fast-food philosophy.

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Watch: How Etsy’s Model Could Solve The Tech Industry’s Diversity Problem

Watch: How Etsy’s Model Could Solve The Tech Industry’s Diversity Problem

A grant program targeting women increased Etsy’s female engineer count by 500% in a year. It’s a model that could work for increasing diversity across the board.

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Watch 600 Clock Arms Merge To Become A Single Digital Display

Watch 600 Clock Arms Merge To Become A Single Digital Display

Liberating the clock from its quotidian existence.

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