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Subject: New book on microscale (analysis) systems
Newsgroup: sci.chem.analytical
Keywords: micromechanics microfluidics technology assessment analysis

A new book on technology explores possible applications of microsystem technology
(MST). MST is based on new developments in precision mechanics and micro-electronics.
Besides present and future applications the book discusses conditions for successful
implementation of MST. The section on technical achievements so far, describes systems
suitable for (chemical) analysis of microflows (so-called micro Total Analysis Systems).

A recent example of the influence of technology on our daily stems from developments in
precision engineering and techni- ques derived from micro-electronics: microsystem
technology. Here the dimensional limits of structures are shifted back to be measured in
microns and even less. This is the technology of the very, very small. And we only have
to look at microsys- tems operating in the natural world to envisage the enormous
possibilities awaiting us if only we could harness these systems for our own technology.

And, as has been seen in recent years in consumer electronics, this is where the future
lies. But until now the economic hurdles for most new ideas have not yet been overcome.
For this reason the Netherlands Study Centre for Technology Trends recently decided to
explore the almost boundless opportunities microsystem technology has to offer. This
book shows the results of that exploration.

The book 'Microsystem technology: exploring opportunities' focuses not only on the
demand for microsystem technology but also on its impact in the areas of instrumentation,
medical technology, consumer products and agriculture. In each given area there is a
'need' for analysis of flows of 10 ml/min or less. Examples included in the various
chapters are analysis of blood, chemical substances in industrial processes, in-vivo
analysis in living tissue and personal health care.

This book is a must for those interested in current technolo- gical trends and how they
can (and will) alter our lives. 

If you want to receive a short summary or want to order the publication (ISBN 90 14
05088 7, pp 292, fig 97, NLG 67.25 = about $45.-) please send your postal address to:
The Netherlands Study Centre for Technology Trends, 
P.O. Box 30424
NL 2500 GK The Hague
E-mail: stt@technet.iaf.nl
fax: 31 70 3616185
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