What Are the Challenges in Robotic Assembly at the Nanoscale?
Despite its potential, robotic assembly at the nanoscale faces several challenges:
- Precision and Accuracy: Achieving the required level of precision and accuracy is extremely difficult due to the tiny size of the components. - Environmental Control: The assembly process often needs to be conducted in highly controlled environments to avoid contamination and other issues. - Cost: The equipment and technology required for nanoscale robotic assembly can be prohibitively expensive. - Complexity: The software and algorithms needed to control nanomanipulators are highly complex and require continuous refinement.
