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Nanotechnology is generally defined as the study, exploitation and/or manipulation of matter with size range from approximately 1 to 100 nm. The focus of nanotechnology is largely on the new and novel properties and/or functionalities of traditional substances when they have structures of nano-scale dimensions. Science continues to push frontiers of knowledge, and the transformation of science into technology is underpinned by profound understanding and predictive models, which can only be attained via measurement results which are widely reliable and comparable. Therefore, measurement science and metrology are essential for nanoscale manufacturing of new materials, devices and products.
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Decker, J.E., Steele, A.G. (2011). Nanoscale Metrology and Needs for an Emerging Technology. In: Murashov, V., Howard, J. (eds) Nanotechnology Standards. Nanostructure Science and Technology. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4419-7853-0_4
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