Applications of nanotechnology
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The 2000s has seen the beginnings of the applications of nanotechnology in commercial products, although most applications are limited to the bulk use of passive nanomaterials. Examples include titanium dioxide and zinc oxide nanoparticles in sunscreen, cosmetics and some food products; silver nanoparticles in food packaging, clothing, disinfectants and household appliances such as Silver Nano; carbon nanotubes for stain-resistant textiles; and cerium oxide as a fuel catalyst.[1] As of March 10, 2011, the Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies estimated that over 1300 manufacturer-identified nanotech products are publicly available, with new ones hitting the market at a pace of 3–4 per week.[2] Nanotechnology is being used in developing countries to help treat disease and prevent health issues Nanomedicine. Nanotechnology has all sorts of different uses including the purification of substances, and the desalination of water industrial applications of nanotechnology.
Applications by type [edit]
- Mince Meat
- Nanomedicine
- Nanobiotechnology
- Green nanotechnology
- Energy applications of nanotechnology
- Industrial applications of nanotechnology
- Potential applications of carbon nanotubes
References [edit]
- ^ "Nanotechnology Information Center: Properties, Applications, Research, and Safety Guidelines". American Elements. Retrieved 13 May 2011.
- ^ "Analysis: This is the first publicly available on-line inventory of nanotechnology-based consumer products". The Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies. 2008. Retrieved 13 May 2011.
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