How Do Interfaces Impact Applications in Nanotechnology?
The impact of interfaces is profound across various applications:
- Electronics: In semiconductor devices, interfaces between different materials can affect the performance of transistors and other components. - Energy Storage: Interfaces in battery electrodes can influence the efficiency and capacity of batteries. For example, the interface between the electrode and electrolyte is critical for ion transport. - Medicine: In drug delivery systems, the interface between nanoparticles and biological tissues can determine the effectiveness and biocompatibility of the treatment.