Hierarchical Structures in Biology as a Guide for New Materials Technology

Hierarchical Structures in Biology as a Guide for New Materials Technology PDF Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309046386
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 145

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Book Description
Hierarchical structures are those assemblages of molecular units or their aggregates embedded within other particles or aggregates that may, in turn, be part of even larger units of increasing levels of organization. This volume reviews the state of the art of synthetic techniques and processing procedures for assembling these structures. Typical natural-occurring systems used as models for synthetic efforts and insight on properties, unusual characteristics, and potential end-use applications are identified. Suggestions are made for research and development efforts to mimic such structures for broader applications.