Nano-tetherball sensor
Nano-tetherball sensor
A Nano-tetherball sensor (pronunciation: /ˈnænoʊ-ˈtɛðərˌbɔːl ˈsɛnsər/) is a type of nanotechnological device used for detecting and measuring various physical or chemical properties at the nanoscale.
Etymology
The term "Nano-tetherball sensor" is derived from the words "nano", a prefix in the International System of Units denoting a factor of 10-9, and "tetherball", a reference to the way the sensor operates, which is reminiscent of the game of tetherball.
Function
Nano-tetherball sensors function by using a nanoscale tetherball, or nanoparticle, attached to a nanowire. This nanoparticle can interact with the surrounding environment, and these interactions can be detected and measured by the nanowire, providing information about the physical or chemical properties of the environment.
Applications
Nano-tetherball sensors have a wide range of applications, including in biomedical engineering, material science, and environmental monitoring. They can be used to detect and measure properties such as temperature, pressure, humidity, and chemical composition, among others.
Related Terms
- Nanotechnology
- Nanoscale
- Nanowire
- Nanoparticle
- Biomedical engineering
- Material science
- Environmental monitoring
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nano-tetherball sensor
- Wikipedia's article - Nano-tetherball sensor
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