Nanotechnology a gentle introduction to the next big idea

By 2015, nanotechnology could be a $1 trillion industry. Now, renowned nanotech pioneer Mark Ratner and technology entrepreneur Daniel Ratner show you how nanotech works, why it's so exciting, what's new, and what's next. They survey the entire fieldtechnology and businesscovering nan...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autor principal: Ratner, Mark A., 1942- (-)
Otros Autores: Ratner, Daniel
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Upper Saddle River, NJ : Prentice Hall PTR c2003.
Edición:1st edition
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Sumario:By 2015, nanotechnology could be a $1 trillion industry. Now, renowned nanotech pioneer Mark Ratner and technology entrepreneur Daniel Ratner show you how nanotech works, why it's so exciting, what's new, and what's next. They survey the entire fieldtechnology and businesscovering nanobots, molecular electronics, quantum computing, biostructures, nanotubes, molecular motors, nanosensors, and many other breakthrough applications. They provide easy-to-understand explanations of every key concept, plus dozens of visuals that bring nanotechnology to life. Coverage includes: A simple, brief, almost math-free introduction to nanotech science; "Grand tour" of nanotech R & D, from "smart materials" to DNA computing; Breakthrough biomedical applications, including neuro-electronic interfaces and new drug delivery systems; Current and emerging nanotech systems for optoelectronics and communications; Nanotech here and now: nano-enhanced tennis balls, suntan lotions, and other products already in the market; A realistic assessment of nanotech investment opportunities for the short- and long-term; Ethical issues associated with nanotech research and product development.
Notas:Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph
Descripción Física:1 online resource (xiv, 188 p., [16] p. of plates ) ill. (some col.)
Available also in a print edition
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references (p. 163-165) and index.