nanotechnology introduction 01
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Nanotechnology Md. Monjarul AlamPhD in Electronic Engineering
Dublin City University, Ireland
Professor & ChairmanDept. of Applied Physics, Electronics &
Communication EngineeringIslamic University, Kushtia, Bangladesh
NanotechnologyThe Next Very Big (Small) Thing
Agenda Introduction To Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology In Today's Life
Advantages Of Nanotechnology
Disadvantages Of Nanotechnology
Future Of Nanotechnology
What IsNanotechnology
“Nanotechnology is the art and science ofmanipulating matter at the nanoscale”
What is Nanotechnology?
How Small Is Nanoscale
A nanometer is…– one billionth of a meter
How Small Is Nanoscale?
Human Hair: Approx. 1x105 nmDNA Sample: Approx. 2 nm
How Small Is Nanoscale?
Who Cares About
Nanotechnology
Should I...?
We All Should Care!– Because it can bring revolution in the current
industrialization and manufacturing processes.
Who Cares About Nanotechnology ?
Who Cares About Nanotechnology ?
Applications OfNanotechnology
Electronics:
– Nano Transistors
– Nano Diodes
– OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode)
Applications Of Nanotechnology
Electronics(contd.)
– Plasma Displays
– Quantum Computers
Applications Of Nanotechnology
Energy:
– Batteries
– Fuel Cells
– Solar Cells
Applications Of Nanotechnology
Materials:
– Nano Tubes
– Aerogel
– Nano Particles
Applications Of Nanotechnology
Life Sciences:
– Targeted Drug Delivery
– Artificial Retina
– Tissue Regeneration
Applications Of Nanotechnology
Advantages
Material
With NT, we can create unique materials and products which are:
– Stronger
– Lighter
– Cheaper
– Durable
– Precise
Advantages
Industrial
– Computers can become a billion times faster and a million times smaller
– Automatic Pollution Cleanup
– Manufacturing at almost no cost
Advantages
Medical
– End of Illnesses (i.e. cancer, heart disease)
– Universal Immunity (i.e. aids, flu)
– Body Sculpting (i.e. change your appearance)
Advantages
Disadvantages
– Loss of jobs (in manufacturing, farming, etc)
– Carbon Nanotubes could cause infection of lungs
– Oil & Diamonds could become worthless
– Atomic weapons could be more accessible and destructive
Disadvantages
Future of Nanotechnology
Future Of Nanotechnology
Examples of Future Use of NT
Electronic Paper
Nokia Morph
Contact Lens
Future Of Nanotechnology
National Science and Technology Council (USA) claims that:“Nanotechnology is an enabling technology that will change the nature of almost every human-made object in the next century.”
Future Of Nanotechnology
Thank You!