The concept of (macroscopic) device can be extended to the molecular level. A molecular-level device can be defined as an assembly of a discrete number of molecular components designed to achieve a specific function. A molecular-level machine is a particular type of molecular-level device in which the component parts can display changes in their relative positions as a result of some external stimulus. The extension of the concept of a device to the molecular level is of interest not only for basic research, but also for the growth of nanoscience and the development of nanotechnotogy. A few examples of molecular-level devices and machines are illustrated.
Venturi, M., Credi, A., Balzani, V. (2000). Devices and machines at the molecular Level. 2 HUNTINGTON QUADRANGLE, STE 1NO1, MELVILLE, NY 11747-4501 USA : AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF PHYSICS.
Devices and machines at the molecular Level
Venturi, M;Credi, A;Balzani, V
2000
Abstract
The concept of (macroscopic) device can be extended to the molecular level. A molecular-level device can be defined as an assembly of a discrete number of molecular components designed to achieve a specific function. A molecular-level machine is a particular type of molecular-level device in which the component parts can display changes in their relative positions as a result of some external stimulus. The extension of the concept of a device to the molecular level is of interest not only for basic research, but also for the growth of nanoscience and the development of nanotechnotogy. A few examples of molecular-level devices and machines are illustrated.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
