Despite the promising applications, molecular robotics faces several significant challenges:
1. Complexity of Design: Designing molecular robots that can perform complex tasks reliably is a formidable challenge. The design process requires a deep understanding of molecular interactions and the ability to predict the behavior of these interactions.
2. Energy Supply: Providing a sustainable energy source for molecular robots is another hurdle. Traditional batteries are not feasible at the nanometer scale, so researchers are exploring alternative energy sources such as chemical reactions or light.
3. Control and Communication: Controlling and communicating with nanobots within the human body or other complex environments remains an unresolved issue. Advanced techniques in signal processing and remote control will be crucial to overcoming this challenge.
