Yes, nanoscale forces can be manipulated through various techniques:
- By modifying surface chemistry, we can alter the surface energy and, consequently, the van der Waals and electrostatic interactions. - By applying external fields (electric, magnetic), we can control the movement and assembly of nanoparticles. - By designing specific nanostructures, such as nanopatterning, we can influence capillary and hydrophobic/hydrophilic interactions.
