Richard Feyman & STM Discovery

History of Nanotechnology
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Difficulty Level Normal
Audience Level General
Description As far as history of nanotechnology is concerned, American physicist, Feynman’s speech, invention of Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM), discovering Carbon Nanotube (CNT) and Fullerene are known as milestones in nanotechnology.
Overview
“Where nanotechnology comes from?” is the mysterious question for students. To answer this question, we need to look back at when Feynman gave a lecture in regards to nanotechnology-” There’s Plenty of Room at the Bottom”. Substantial modification in microscopic scale of material science happened by inventing Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM). After that, atomic structure of material in nanoscale was recorded with high resolution. It enables us to work in nanoscales. Do not overlook Carbon Nanotube (CNT) and fullerene influence in nanotechnology.


Booklet
Description
 The lesson starts with a history on nanotechnology, including how Richard Feynman promoted quantum electrodynamic in 1965 and so on. It also talks about the invention of electron microscopes, and more advanced microscopes. It also gives some more information on microscopy methods that were developed.
Mental Challenge

Why are microscopy methods so popular in nanotechnology? 
Quizzes and Activities
 Activity: Search how Feynman discovered the world of nano.
Further Reading Sources

Introduction to Nanotechnology: History, Status, and Importance of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Education

Section 1

Richard Feyman & STM Discovery 05:00
Nanotube & Fullerene 08:45