Presents technical scientific information to help readers grasp issues and challenges associated with nanoscale telecommunication system development and commercialization. This book includes: background information on nanoscience and nanotechnology; specific applications of nanotechnology in telecommunications; and, more.

Nanotechnology is having a profound impact on telecommunications, leading to easier convergence of related technologies, massive storage data, compact storage devices, and higher performance computing. Nanotechnology for Telecommunications covers research and developmental issues and future directions of MEMS and nanotechnology as they apply to telecommunications. It discusses the impact of nanotechnology on devices such as photonic crystals lasers, light emitters, and sensors. The authors also discuss the challenges associated with the system integration of nano-, micro-, and macro-components in component modules and telecommunication networks.