Nanotechnology

Nanotechnology refers to the manipulation of matter on a near-atomic scale to produce new structures, materials, and devices. It ensures scientific advancement in many sectors such as energy, materials and manufacturing, consumer products and has various applications in military, industry, and the global world. Nanotechnology is concerned with the innovation, production, research, and development of products related to information technology, homeland security, medicine, transportation, food safety, and environmental science. It is a major contributor in the economy and technical innovation. It covers the designing, testing, and modification of various technology related systems.

ASTM standards have been devised to provide guidance for tech-equipment manufacturers as they engage in the production and designing of technical devices.  In order to ensure safety and better quality of the systems, ASTM International has developed a number of standards critical to terminology, measurement, and EHS effects. These standards abide by the global requirements and are aligned with the guidelines of International Standardization Organization (ISO) Technical Committee (TC) 229 on Nanotechnologies, ASTM International’s Committee E56 (Nanotechnology) , International Electro-technical Commission Technical Committee 113 (Nanotechnology Standardization for Electrical and Electronics Products and Systems), and Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers’ Nanotechnology Council.

ASTM standards followed to ensure safety in all realms include ASTM E2909-13, ISO/TS 80004-1:2010,  ASTM E2490-09, ISO/TR 13014:2012, ASTM E2524-08, ISO/TS12901-1:2012, and ASTM E2996-15.

All these standards are practiced in various nanotechnology industries to ensure efficient production and maintenance of equipment and systems. These standards help focus on the minute details and opt for effective ways to manufacture reliable equipment.