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"Nanomotor to Power Bloodstream Robots"
http://www.betterhumans.com/News/news.aspx?articleID=2003-09-25-1
http://www.betterhumans.com/News/news.aspx?articleID=2003-09-25-1
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A tiny motor is in development for robots that could travel your bloodstream to repair damaged cells, tissues and DNA.
The motor will use biological molecules from virus-based proteins to perform a linear opening and closing motion.
Originally posted by Ivan Seeking
http://www.betterhumans.com/News/news.aspx?articleID=2003-09-25-1
A nanomotor is a tiny motor that operates at the nanoscale, meaning it is less than 100 nanometers in size. It is typically made up of microscopic components and can be powered by various energy sources.
A nanomotor can power a bloodstream robot by converting energy from an external source, such as light or chemical reactions, into mechanical motion. This motion can then be used to propel the robot through the bloodstream.
Nanomotors can potentially be used to power bloodstream robots for various medical applications, such as targeted drug delivery, non-invasive surgeries, and blood clot removal. They can also be used for environmental monitoring and cleaning, as well as in industrial processes.
While there is still ongoing research and development in this area, some potential risks of using nanomotors in the human body include biocompatibility issues, such as potential toxicity and immune responses. There is also the concern of the nanomotors accumulating in certain areas of the body and causing harm.
Some key advancements that need to be made before nanomotors can be used in practical applications include improving their efficiency and durability, ensuring their safety for use in the human body, and developing effective methods for controlling and directing their movement. Further research is also needed to explore their potential applications and address any ethical considerations.