a(n) = sum of next 2^n natural numbers. - Amarnath Murthy, Apr 17 2003
Sum of all proper binary numbers with n digits (i.e. those not beginning with 0). Cf. A101291 Sum of all numbers with n digits [base 10]. - Jonathan Vos Post, Sep 07 2006
a(n)/2^n gives the average eccentricity of the graphs of the Chinese rings puzzle with n+1 rings (also known as baguenaudier). - Daniele Parisse, Jun 02 2008