The University Textbook Of Nanotechnology (in 2 Vols.)

This well-written book teaches those who already have training in a basic science or engineering discipline how to perform nanotechnology research. It gives an execellent introduction to the principles of nanotechnology. Its strong overview of the principles of nanotechnology.serves as a solid background for potential researchers in nanotechnology. The book is self-contained and unified in presentation.
About Author :
Knut H.Heller is head of a US funded project on Nanotechnology for Agriulture and Livestock Management and known for his impartial views on advancing technologies.He believes in the wise use of available technologies, and advocates the enhancement of traditional knowledge through new inventions. C.H. Mehmud, too is an expatriate canadian and a science writer for last 20 years. He has covered the topics of Genetic Engineering, specially molecular secrets of DNA. W.H. Tumbull, is a scientist who focuses on the socio-economic front of scientific developments and has written three books titled Genomics for 21 Century, Chemistry of chance in the Development of Life and Sustaining the Earth: Molecular Way, while carrying on his research project with a public corporation in Canada.
Contents :
Section -One: An Introduction to The Historical, Philosophical and Scientific Roots of Nanotechnology 1. Nanotechnology-Fresh Revolution of the 21st Century 2. The Genealogy and Philosophy of Nanotechnology 3. Indian Roots of Traditional Atomism and Nanotechnology Section-Two: Molecular Exploration of Nano Materials and Nanoscale Manufacturing 4. Advance Microscopy and Exploration of Atomic Structures 5. Nature and Making of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures 6. Basic Molecular Manufacturing Systems Section-Three: Theories of Creation, Construction, Growth and Destruction through Nanotechnology 7. Molecular Assembly and Creative Abilities of Proteins 8. Outer Space, Life and the World Around Us in a Nanotech Age 9. Limts to Nanotech Power and Growth Resulting Destruction and Survival of Life Volume 2 Section-Four: Boundless World Future with Advancements in Nanotechnology 9. The Molecular World Nanotechnology and Boundless Future 10. Molecular Assembly: Realities of Bottom-Up Manufacturing 11. Possible Repercussions of Nano Manufacturing 12. Implications of the Nano Age: Solutions Cause Problems Appendix: Students' Encyclopaedic Supplementary to Nanotechnology