Nanotechnology: the stuff of science fiction or science fact?
Issue 340 | Page 71 | Published Mar 2011
Description
This article discusses nanotechnology as a route to the production of new materials and provides a brief history of the evolution of this branch of materials science. Properties on the nanoscale are compared with those on the macroscale. The practical application of nanomaterials in industries such as communications, construction, cosmetics, energy, medicine and textiles is discussed.
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