Application sectors
The world around us is populated by objects that interact with us and with the environment through their surface.
Since with nanotechnologies we can realistically think of bringing a structural improvement to the surface of any object, it follows that the applications are innumerable and advantageous in all technological and market sectors.
Some examples are reported, grouped by technology sector, for the sole purpose of giving an idea of the extraordinary variety of opportunities offered by these new techniques.
Optics
Laser optics, architectural glasses and mirrors, absorbent and reflective coatings, selective glasses, etc.
Electronics
Conductors, contacts, isolators, printed circuits, control equipment components, photovoltaic cells, etc.
Mechanics
Lubricating films, anti-wear, anti-erosion and anti-friction coatings, diffusion barriers, hard coatings for tools, etc.
Biomedical
Biocompatible or bioneutral coatings for prostheses, surgical instruments.
Chemistry
Anti-corrosion and catalytic coatings, battery components, components for marine use, etc.
Textile
Water repellent fibers, fibers with increased absorption, iridescent fibers.
Decorative
Exclusive items, watches, glasses, taps, domestic electrical components, kitchen tools, etc.