Nanotechnology For Dummies by Earl Boysen (English) Paperback Book

Description: Nanotechnology For Dummies by Earl Boysen, Nancy C. Muir, Desiree Dudley, Christine Peterson The world of nanotechnology is ever changing and evolving; this fun and friendly guide demystifies the topic for anyone interested in how molecule-sized machines and processes affect our everyday lives. The authors begin with explaining the background of nanotechnology and then examine industries that are affected by this technology. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The bestselling introductory guide on nanotechnology?now revised and updated The world of nanotechnology is ever changing and evolving; this fun and friendly guide demystifies the topic for anyone interested in how molecule-sized machines and processes affect our everyday lives. The authors begin with explaining the background of nanotechnology and then examine industries that are affected by this technology. Aiming to educate and simultaneously dispel common myths, the book explores the many nanotechnology-enabled consumer products available on the market today, ranging from socks to face lotion to jet skis to floor cleaners, to name a few. Serves as a fun and friendly introduction to the fascinating topic of nanotechnologyDiscusses the various issues involving nanotechnology in the areas of environment, medicine, defense, and othersProvides real-world examples of everyday nanotechnology use such as floor cleaners, flash memory drives, face lotion, computer processors, and more Written in the accessible, humorous For Dummies style, Nanotechnology For Dummies, 2nd Edition provides an easy-to-understand overview of nanotechnology and its real-world implementation. Notes 2nd edition. Back Cover See how nanotechnology is shaping our future and what a difference incredibly tiny particles can make! Nanotechnology may be both the most promising and the most misunderstood technology in the world today, so youve come to the right place to learn all about it! Here, you can discover not only the concepts behind nanotechnologybut also how its being applied in the real world. And youll peek into the future to see some of the things nano can make possible. So what is it, exactly? -- learn what nanotechnology is, how it has evolved, and how research labs, companies, and governments are using it Its everywhere -- see how nanotechnology helps make homes stronger, computer processors faster, car batteries more efficient, cleaning products more effective, and tennis balls bouncier Really important stuff -- discover nanotechnologys many contributions to medicine and energy conservation The tricky parts -- explore the ethical, regulatory, and safety issues surrounding nanotechnology Career opportunities -- find out how to make a career of nanotechnology " Nanotechnology For Dummies , 2nd Edition, guides the reader through a bright path of progress and possibility, on a road that will eventually lead to all that nanotechnology promises." -- Desiree Dudley and Christine Peterson , Foresight Institute From the Foreword Open the book and find: What buckyballs are and why they matter How nanowires could put a supercomputer in the palm of your hand Why nanocomposites make materials lighter and stronger All about high-powered microscopes that allow us to view the world at the nano level How nanotechnology can make space travel easier How nano can help cure diseases and safely deliver drugs Why regulation of nanotechnology is so important Visit the companion web site at for nanotechnology news, information, and resources Learn about: Using molecular replicators to build materials atom by atom Developing more energy-efficient vehicles Improving the environment All the ways nanomedicine can help us live longer Flap See how nanotechnology is shaping our future and what a difference incredibly tiny particles can make! Nanotechnology may be both the most promising and the most misunderstood technology in the world today, so youve come to the right place to learn all about it! Here, you can discover not only the concepts behind nanotechnologybut also how its being applied in the real world. And youll peek into the future to see some of the things nano can make possible. So what is it, exactly? -- learn what nanotechnology is, how it has evolved, and how research labs, companies, and governments are using it Its everywhere -- see how nanotechnology helps make homes stronger, computer processors faster, car batteries more efficient, cleaning products more effective, and tennis balls bouncier Really important stuff -- discover nanotechnologys many contributions to medicine and energy conservation The tricky parts -- explore the ethical, regulatory, and safety issues surrounding nanotechnology Career opportunities -- find out how to make a career of nanotechnology " Nanotechnology For Dummies , 2nd Edition, guides the reader through a bright path of progress and possibility, on a road that will eventually lead to all that nanotechnology promises." -- Desiree Dudley and Christine Peterson , Foresight Institute From the Foreword Open the book and find: What buckyballs are and why they matter How nanowires could put a supercomputer in the palm of your hand Why nanocomposites make materials lighter and stronger All about high-powered microscopes that allow us to view the world at the nano level How nanotechnology can make space travel easier How nano can help cure diseases and safely deliver drugs Why regulation of nanotechnology is so important Visit the companion web site at for nanotechnology news, information, and resources Learn about: Using molecular replicators to build materials atom by atom Developing more energy-efficient vehicles Improving the environment All the ways nanomedicine can help us live longer Author Biography Earl Boysen is the founder of UnderstandingNano.com and was an engineer in the semiconductor industry for 20 years. He coauthored the first edition of this book as well as The All-New Electronics Self-Study Guide. Nancy Boysen has written more than 60 books on technology. She is senior editor for UnderstandingNano.com and runs TechSmartSenior.com. Table of Contents Foreword xxi Introduction 1 Part I: Nanotechnology Basics 5 Chapter 1: Introduction to Nanotechnology Concepts 7 Chapter 2: Whos Doing What? 19 Chapter 3: Building Blocks: Nanomaterials 37 Chapter 4: Nano Tools 59 Chapter 5: Putting Nanotechnology to Work 77 Part II: Nano Applications 93 Chapter 6: Nanoscale Electronics 95 Chapter 7: Nanotechnology in Your House and Car 113 Chapter 8: When Nano Gets Personal 133 Chapter 9: Changing the Way We Do Medicine 159 Chapter 10: Saving Energy with Nano 181 Chapter 11: Improving the Environment 197 Chapter 12: Star Wars: Nano in Space and Defense 213 Part III: Nanotechnology and People 229 Chapter 13: Nano Ethics, Safety, and Regulations 231 Chapter 14: Making Nano Work for You: Education and Careers 245 Part IV: The Part of Tens 259 Chapter 15: Top Ten Nano Web Sites 261 Chapter 16: Ten Nano Universities 273 Chapter 17: Ten Interesting Nano Research Labs 287 Glossary 307 Index 313 Long Description See how nanotechnology is shaping our future and what a difference incredibly tiny particles can make! Nanotechnology may be both the most promising and the most misunderstood technology in the world today, so youve come to the right place to learn all about it! Here, you can discover not only the concepts behind nanotechnologybut also how its being applied in the real world. And youll peek into the future to see some of the things nano can make possible. So what is it, exactly? learn what nanotechnology is, how it has evolved, and how research labs, companies, and governments are using it Its everywhere see how nanotechnology helps make homes stronger, computer processors faster, car batteries more efficient, cleaning products more effective, and tennis balls bouncier Really important stuff discover nanotechnologys many contributions to medicine and energy conservation The tricky parts explore the ethical, regulatory, and safety issues surrounding nanotechnology Career opportunities find out how to make a career of nanotechnology " Nanotechnology For Dummies , 2nd Edition, guides the reader through a bright path of progress and possibility, on a road that will eventually lead to all that nanotechnology promises." Desiree Dudley and Christine Peterson , Foresight Institute From the Foreword Open the book and find: What buckyballs are and why they matter How nanowires could put a supercomputer in the palm of your hand Why nanocomposites make materials lighter and stronger All about highpowered microscopes that allow us to view the world at the nano level How nanotechnology can make space travel easier How nano can help cure diseases and safely deliver drugs Why regulation of nanotechnology is so important Visit the companion web site at for nanotechnology news, information, and resources Learn about: Using molecular replicators to build materials atom by atom Developing more energyefficient vehicles Improving the environment All the ways nanomedicine can help us live longer Details ISBN0470891912 Short Title NANOTECHNOLOGY FOR DUMMIES 2/E Series For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback) Language English Edition 2nd ISBN-10 0470891912 ISBN-13 9780470891919 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2011 DEWEY 620.5 Author Christine Peterson Pages 360 Illustrations Yes Tag 2012dummiespromo Affiliation Center for Nanoscale Science and Technology, USA UK Release Date 2011-08-05 Publication Date 2011-08-05 NZ Release Date 2011-08-05 US Release Date 2011-08-05 Place of Publication Chichester Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc Edition Description 2nd edition Imprint For Dummies Country of Publication United States Replaces 9780764583681 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2011-07-21 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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