Researchers form metal nanoparticles into porous structures

For 5,000 years or so, the only way to shape metal has been to "heat and beat." Even in modern nanotechnology, working with metals involves carving with electron beams or etching with acid.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news133793950.html">Researchers form metal nanoparticles into porous structures</a></p> <p>For 5,000 years or so, the only way to shape metal has been to "heat and beat." Even in modern nanotechnology, working with metals involves carving with electron beams or etching with acid. <br> <br></p>