Molecular motors
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A description is presented of a microscopic motor which has been developed from adenosine triphosphate. Rotary torque is generated through the action of an enzyme on adenosine triphosphate. The use of such devices is discussed.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
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Secrets of the very small
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Issues are presented concerning the development of a microscope which uses digital volumetric imaging and enables scientists to obtain three-dimensional images of any object including skin, velcro or paper.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
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