Conductance is crucial in nanotechnology for several reasons:
Miniaturization: As we scale down to nanometer dimensions, traditional electrical properties no longer apply, necessitating new theories and models. Quantum effects: At the nanoscale, quantum effects such as quantum tunneling and quantum confinement dominate, influencing conductance. Material properties: Nanomaterials often exhibit unique electrical properties that differ from their bulk counterparts. For instance, graphene and carbon nanotubes have exceptional conductance characteristics.
