Implications Of Emerging Micro And Nanotechnology
by National Research Council /
2002 / English / PDF
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Expansion of micro-technology applications and rapid advances in
nano-science have generated considerable interest by the Air Force
in how these developments will affect the nature of warfare and how
it could exploit these trends. The report notes four principal
themes emerging from the current technological trends: increased
information capability, miniaturization, new materials, and
increased functionality. Recommendations about Air Force roles in
micro- and nanotechnology research are presented including those
areas in which the Air Force should take the lead. The report also
provides a number of technical and policy findings and
recommendations that are critical for effective development of the
Air Force’s micro- and nano-science and technology program
Expansion of micro-technology applications and rapid advances in
nano-science have generated considerable interest by the Air Force
in how these developments will affect the nature of warfare and how
it could exploit these trends. The report notes four principal
themes emerging from the current technological trends: increased
information capability, miniaturization, new materials, and
increased functionality. Recommendations about Air Force roles in
micro- and nanotechnology research are presented including those
areas in which the Air Force should take the lead. The report also
provides a number of technical and policy findings and
recommendations that are critical for effective development of the
Air Force’s micro- and nano-science and technology program
