| The most prominent application of nanotechnology is in the semiconductor industry, where nanomanufacturing technology is used to create smaller transistors on a microchip, allowing more to be placed on a single processor. As a result, more powerful, less expensive electronic devices can be created. There are also many other consumer products that are being improved with nanotechnology. Clothing treated with polymers containing nano-sized particles become wrinkle and stain-resistant, and some garments have been designed with nano-sized silver particles incorporated into the thread to absorb odors. Sporting equipment such as golf clubs, golf balls, tennis rackets, and hockey sticks are made stronger and lighter when constructed of materials built with nanotechnology. Even the automotive industry is applying nanotechnology to create scratch-resistant paint and polishes that prevent build-up on surfaces. |
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