Understanding the Nanotechnology Revolution /
Edward L. Wolf and Manasa Medikonda
- Weinheim : Wiley-VCH , 2012
- x, 204 Pages : Illustrations ; 24 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
"A unique introduction for general readers to the underlying concepts of nanotechnology, covering a wide spectrum ranging from biology to quantum computing. The material is simply presented and includes a few mathematical equations, but not mathematical derivations. It also outlines the major contributions to modern technology of physics-based nanophysical devices, such as the atomic clock, global positioning systems, and magnetic resonance imaging"--Publisher description.