Emerging Nanotechnologies for Manufacturing

Nanotechnology is a technology on the verge of commercialization. In this important
work, an unrivalled team of international experts provides an exploration of
the emerging nanotechnologies that are poised to make the nano-revolution a
reality in the manufacturing sector. From their different perspectives, the
contributors explore how developments in nanotechnology are transforming areas
as diverse as medicine, advanced materials, energy, electronics and agriculture.
Key topics covered include:
- Characterization of nanostructures
- Bionanotechnology
- Nanoelectronics
- Micro- and nanomachining
- Self-assembly techniques
- New applications of carbon nanotubes
- Environmental and health impacts
This book provides an important and in-depth guide to the applications and
impact of nanotechnology to different manufacturing sectors. As such, it will
find a broad readership, from R&D scientists and engineers to venture capitalists.
Key Features
- Explains how to use biological pathways to produce nanoelectric
devices
- Presents data on new, experimental designs
- Discusses the history of carbon nanotubes and how they are synthesized
to fabricate novel nanostructures (incl. data on laser ablation)
- Extensive use of illustrations, tables, and figures throughout
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