Introduction to Scaling Laws in Micro & Nanosystems

This lecture introduces the fundamental concepts of scaling laws and simulations in micro and nanosystems, covering mechanical scaling, thermal effects, electrostatic actuation, electromagnetics, microfluidics, and failure mechanisms. The instructor discusses the challenges of downscaling particles, molecular manufacturing accuracy, molecular machines in nature, DNA origami, and CADNANO software. Examples include friction forces at the microscale, electrical parameter scaling laws, and molecular manufacturing precision. The lecture emphasizes the importance of accurate positioning, parallel synthesis, and natural frequencies in nanotechnology.