Introduction to Nanotechnology (NT) and Nanomaterials (NMs)

Abstract

Nanotechnology (NT) is the complex interdisciplinary science including nanoscience, nanochemistry, nanophysics, nanomaterials, nanoelectronics, nanometrology, nanobionics, etc. Nanotechnology is a relatively new branch of science that has found a wide range of applications that range from energy production to industrial production processes to biomedical applications. Nanomaterials (NMs) can be engineered to possess unique composition and functionalities, which can provide novel tools and techniques. In this chapter, we aim to discuss the key of many concepts from nanoscale, and nanostructures. Periodical development in nanotechnology and areas of study within nanotechnology have been discussed. The fundamental issues in nanomaterials are considered. We will attempt to correlate the improvements in the material properties that are achieved due to the fine microstructures arising from the size of the grains and/or dimensionality.