Nanotechnology Past and Present / by Deb Newberry.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Newberry, Deb., Author.

Series:

Synthesis Lectures on Engineering, Science, and Technology, 2690-0327

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Engineering design.

Materials.

Professional education.

Vocational education.

Engineering Design.

Materials Engineering.

Professional and Vocational Education.

Local Subjects:

Engineering Design.

Materials Engineering.

Professional and Vocational Education.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (XVI, 83 p.)

Edition:

1st ed. 2020.

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2020.

Summary:

Nanoscience and nanotechnology, the application of the research-based nanoscale science, have changed significantly over the last three and a half decades. The “bucky” ball, 60 carbon atoms arranged like a soccer ball, and an often-used symbol of nanotechnology, was discovered in 1985 and 4 years later scientists at IBM were able to manipulate xenon atoms on a surface. In the intervening years, nanotechnology has evolved from a singly focused research topic to an understanding that infiltrates every aspect of science and engineering disciplines. In addition, nanotechnology, and both naturally occurring and engineered nanomaterials, have become the focus of legal, environmental, and application and regulation disciplines. The first portion of this text serves as an introduction to nanotechnology: the history, mathematical concepts, and instruments required to study and manipulate the world at the atomic scale. The later portion of the text discusses the connectivity of nanotechnology to the more traditional scientific disciplines as well as emerging technologies. This text can serve as an introduction to the nanoscale for science, computer science, and engineering disciplines. It can also provide a valuable foundation for disciplines such as industrial hygiene, architecture, sociology, ethics, and the humanities. There does not exist an educational discipline, market segment, or career avenue which will not be impacted by nanotechnology.

Contents:

Figure Credits

Introduction to Nanotechnology, a Basic Definition

The History of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology

Tools Used in Nanoscience

Society and Nanotechnology

Investigating the Relationship: Is Nanotechnology a "Basic" Science or Are the Traditional Sciences Nanoscience

Nanoscience, Nanotechnology, and Engineering

Emerging Technologies

Author Biography.

ISBN:

9783031020841

3031020847