What are Some Applications of the Micrometer Scale in Nanotechnology?
1. Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS): MEMS are devices that integrate mechanical elements, sensors, actuators, and electronics on a common silicon substrate through microfabrication. They often operate at the micrometer scale but can have nano-scale features.
2. Microfluidics: This involves the manipulation of fluids at the micrometer scale to perform chemical, biological, and physical processes. Microfluidic devices often incorporate nanoparticles or nanomaterials for enhanced performance.
3. Drug Delivery Systems: Micrometer-sized carriers, such as microspheres or microcapsules, are used to deliver nanoparticles to specific sites within the body, providing controlled release and targeted delivery of therapeutics.
