The imaging of individual atoms

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Both indirect and direct methods are used to image individual atoms. Direct methods include high-resolution transmission electron microscopy, scanning transmission electron microscopy, and scanning tunneling microscopy.

Author: Jefferson, David A.
Usage, Electron microscopy, Atoms, Transmission electron microscopes, Scanning tunneling microscopy

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Macro power from micro machinery

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Applications are emerging for technology for microengineering that dates back to 1980s. Promising microdevices include gas microturbines that generate energy. Size reductions produce increases in power-to-weight ratios.

Author: Epstein, A.H., Senturia, S.D.
Nanotechnology, Micromechanics, Micromechanics (Engineering)

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