The imaging of individual atoms
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Both indirect and direct methods are used to image individual atoms. Direct methods include high-resolution transmission electron microscopy, scanning transmission electron microscopy, and scanning tunneling microscopy.
Publication Name: Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8075
Year: 1996
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Macro power from micro machinery
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Applications are emerging for technology for microengineering that dates back to 1980s. Promising microdevices include gas microturbines that generate energy. Size reductions produce increases in power-to-weight ratios.
Publication Name: Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8075
Year: 1997
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