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Overview of the Major Themes in Microgravity Research Used for Advancing Nanotechnology

Experiments performed in microgravity are helping researchers to advance knowledge about nanotechnology. This work is aimed at improving techniques in the gas phase synthesis of nanopowders and particles, formation of nanoemulsions, thermal transportation, self-organisation and analytical devices.

4 Mar 2005

Formation of Nanoparticles in Gaseous Phase Reactions and Flame Synthesis in Microgravity Conditions

Carrying out experiments in microgravity conditions is helping researchers to advance knowledge about nanotechnology. This article studies the formation of nanoparticles in gaseous phase reactions and flame synthesis, as well as looking at devices used to measure particle aggregation techniques.

3 Mar 2005

Particle Size Distribution – The Importance of Particle Size Distribution Data and Measurement Using the Capillary Hydrodynamic Fractionation Technique

With nanoparticles decreasing in size and their usage becoming more widespread, the importance of being able to accurately measure particle size distribution is also increasing. The capllary hydrodynamic fractionation technique is described and a case study presented.

From Matec Applied Sciences 3 Mar 2005

Zeta Potential – The Importance of Zeta Potential, The Electroacoustic Method and Case Studies Involving Titanium Dioxide and Silicon Dioxide

Nanoparticles of increasingly smaller particle size and various material compositions are being developed for various application. Characterisation by zeta potential is becoming increasingly important. The importance, definition, techniques and case studies are outlined.

From Matec Applied Sciences 3 Mar 2005

Nanometrics Launches Latest Version of the Orion High-Throughput Overlay Control System - News Item

The US metrology firm, Nanometrics, has released the newest version of its Orion Advanced Overlay Control System. The Orion is an advanced overlay metrology and analysis system for monitoring microlithography stepper performance, and is used in the semiconductor industry. Posted 1 February 2005.

2 Mar 2005

Fuel Cells - Potential Applications in Space and Nanotechnology Methods for Improving Fuel Cells

This article looks at the development of fuel cells using nanotechnology techniques, and also considers potential industry applications for fuel cells in space. The article focuses on Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC), Direct Methanol Fuel Cells (DMFC) and the nanomaterials used for hydrogen storage.

2 Mar 2005

Launch of PROFORM Project to Transform Nanoparticles into Sustainable Consumer Products - News Item

An EU partnership research project called PROFORM has been launched with the aim of investigating how the process sectors and their client industries can incorporate nanoparticles into future products. The study will mainly focus on how production processes can be improved. Posted 18 February 2005.

2 Mar 2005

Rapid Progress Reported in Emerging Field of Molecular Electronics - News Item

A recent study indicates that the emerging field of molecular electronics using nanoscale molecules as key components in computers and other electronic devices is in excellent health and has a bright future. Progress in the field is outlined. Posted 16 December 2004.

17 Feb 2005

Ten Lessons for the Nanotech Entrepreneur from the Photonics Bubble

Parallels are drawn between the photonics bubble and emerging technology areas such as nanotechnology. The mistakes and lessons learned after the photonics bubble and are discussed with relation to the emerging field of nanotechnology.

17 Feb 2005

Carbon Nanotube Manufacturing on a Commercial Scale - Ready for Mass-Markets

This article looks at the manufacturing process for carbon nanotubes and also considers their composition, classification and properties. Also discussed are commercial applications for nanotubes, market-place restrictions and the problems encountered when setting up the UK’s first production plant.

10 Feb 2005

Latest Articles

Overview of the Major Themes in Microgravity Research Used for Advancing Nanotechnology

Formation of Nanoparticles in Gaseous Phase Reactions and Flame Synthesis in Microgravity Conditions

Particle Size Distribution – The Importance of Particle Size Distribution Data and Measurement Using the Capillary Hydrodynamic Fractionation Technique

Zeta Potential – The Importance of Zeta Potential, The Electroacoustic Method and Case Studies Involving Titanium Dioxide and Silicon Dioxide

Nanometrics Launches Latest Version of the Orion High-Throughput Overlay Control System - News Item

Fuel Cells - Potential Applications in Space and Nanotechnology Methods for Improving Fuel Cells

Launch of PROFORM Project to Transform Nanoparticles into Sustainable Consumer Products - News Item

Rapid Progress Reported in Emerging Field of Molecular Electronics - News Item

Ten Lessons for the Nanotech Entrepreneur from the Photonics Bubble

Carbon Nanotube Manufacturing on a Commercial Scale - Ready for Mass-Markets

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