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Smallest Wire: One Atom Tall, Four Atoms Wide

Discussion in 'General Science Discussions' started by LPH, Jan 7, 2012.

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  1. LPH Flight Director

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    The smallest wires ever developed in silicon -- just one atom tall and four atoms wide -- have been shown by a team of researchers from the University of New South Wales, Melbourne University and Purdue University to have the same current-carrying capability as copper wires.

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    The quotes from scientists are exciting to read. Just imagine being able to build up a microprocessor - [nanoprocessor?] - in order to get devices smaller and smaller.
    LPH, Jan 7, 2012
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  2. Robert Heiny Administrator

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    How can a person see an atom to join it with others to form this wire?
    Robert Heiny, Jan 18, 2012
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