Published by Daiichishobo, 1936
Seller: Sunny Day Bookstore, SINGAPORE, Singapore
Condition: Fine. The book is in fine condition.
Published by Macmillan, London, 1991
Seller: Atticus Rare Books, West Branch, IA, U.S.A.
First Edition
1st Edition. FIRST EDITION IN ORIGINAL WRAPS OF IIJIMA'S 1991 DISCOVERY OF CARBON NANOTUBES. Allotropes of carbon with a cylindrical nanostructure of unusual properties, Iijima's discovery has had a "tremendous impact" and "generated unprecedented interest in the carbon nanostructures", fueling "intense research in the area of nanotechnology" (Monthioux, CARBON 44, 2006, 4; Nature Physics Portal). In this paper, the Japanese physicist Sumio Iijima announces his "preparation of nanometre-size, needle-like tubes of carbon â?? now familiar as 'nanotubes'. Used in microelectronic circuitry and microscopy, and as a tool to test quantum mechanics and model biological systems, nanotubes seem to have unlimited potential" (ibid). CONDITION & DETAILS: London: Macmillan. First edition in original wraps. Complete single issue. 4to. 11 x 8.5 inches (275 x 213mm). Tightly bound and bright and clean throughout. Very good condition.