There's Plenty of Room at the Bottom - Exploring the Frontiers of Nanoscale Innovation and Technology
Fouad Sabry
Casa editrice: One Billion Knowledgeable
Sinossi
There's Plenty of Room at the Bottom-A foundational chapter exploring Richard Feynman’s famous vision of miniaturizing machines and systems at the atomic scale Nanotechnology-Provides an indepth look at the core principles of nanotechnology and its interdisciplinary nature, setting the stage for the entire field Nanotechnology in Fiction-Examines how science fiction has envisioned nanotechnology, influencing its public perception and development Mechanosynthesis-A crucial chapter on the process of building molecules from individual atoms using mechanical means, a key aspect of nanotechnology Molecular Nanotechnology-Explores the theoretical framework and promise of molecular machines and nanosystems that can manipulate matter at the molecular level Nanoengineering-Discusses the practical applications of nanotechnology in engineering, focusing on how it’s used to create nanoscale devices and materials Drexler–Smalley debate on molecular nanotechnology-Analyzes the famous debate between pioneers K. Eric Drexler and Richard Smalley on the feasibility and potential of nanotechnology William McLellan (American electrical engineer)-Highlights the contributions of McLellan, a significant figure in the development of nanotechnology and its applications Robert Freitas-Explores the work of Robert Freitas in molecular nanotechnology, particularly his research into medical nanobots and nanomedicine James Gimzewski-Discusses Gimzewski's groundbreaking research on scanning tunneling microscopy and its impact on the understanding of nanoscale interactions Wet Nanotechnology-Focuses on the emerging field of wet nanotechnology, which deals with the interaction of nanosystems with biological systems Engines of Creation-Analyzes the ideas put forward by K. Eric Drexler in his book "Engines of Creation," which envisioned selfreplicating nanomachines and molecular assemblers Foresight Institute-Looks at the role of the Foresight Institute in advancing nanotechnology research and its advocacy for the responsible development of the field K. Eric Drexler-Provides an indepth look at Drexler’s pioneering work and his lasting influence on the development of molecular nanotechnology Femtotechnology-Explores the concept of femtotechnology, which deals with manipulating matter at the femtometer scale, pushing the limits of molecular nanotechnology Tom Newman (scientist)-Highlights Tom Newman's contributions to nanotechnology, including his work in the design and construction of molecular machines Richard Feynman-Revisit the legacy of Feynman, whose visionary ideas laid the foundation for much of nanotechnology's principles and potential Feynman Prize in Nanotechnology-Examines the prestigious Feynman Prize and its role in advancing the field by recognizing outstanding achievements in nanotechnology research Ethics of Nanotechnologies-Investigates the ethical dilemmas posed by the rapid advancement of nanotechnology, including concerns about safety and societal impact Picotechnology-Explores the theoretical implications of picotechnology, which operates at even smaller scales than nanotechnology, extending the potential of molecular manipulation
Disponibile da: 16/03/2025.
Lunghezza di stampa: 233 pagine.
