A scanning electron microscope (SEM) provides real-time imaging with nanometer
resolution and a large scanning area, which enables the development and integration of …

Cells exert, sense, and respond to the different physical forces through diverse mechanisms
and translating them into biochemical signals. The adhesion of cells is crucial in various …

The frictional behavior of one-dimensional (1D) materials, including nanotubes, nanowires,
and nanofibers, significantly influences the efficient fabrication, functionality, and reliability of …

Probing nanostructures (eg, nanoelectronics) requires accurate and precise
nanopositioning. Furthermore, since measuring I–V data from dc to GHz typically takes more …

Micro and Nano Systems for Biophysical Studies of Cells and Small Organisms provides a
comprehensive introduction to the state-of-the-art micro and nano systems that have recently …

Micro/Nano Robotics and Automation technologies have rapidly grown associated with the
growth of Micro and Nanotechnologies. This book presents a summary of fundamentals in …

Functional nanomaterials possess exceptional mechanical, electrical, and optical properties
which have significantly benefited their diverse applications to a variety of scientific and …

Probing nanometer-sized structures to evaluate the performance of integrated circuits (IC)
for design verification and manufacturing quality monitoring demands precision …

Precision actuation is a foundational technology in high-end equipment domains, where
stroke, velocity, and accuracy are critical for processing and/or detection quality, precision in …

A novel method is presented for in situ quantification of living cell adhesion forces using a
homemade nanorobotic system provided with two independently actuated probes that form …