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SIO431: The Em Drive Is Supposed To Be Impossible. So Why Did Experiments Say It Worked?

Serious Inquiries Only

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Navigating Uncertainties in Experimental Measurements

The chapter delves into the challenges of measuring subtle forces in experiments, highlighting the discrepancies that can arise between initial tests and subsequent trials. It explores the complexities of quantifying errors in scientific reporting and the need for independent replication to address unknown unknowns. The discussion extends to the significance of Bayesian priors, statistical interpretation, and the implications of false positives in medical testing.

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