Self-assembly of Microsystems

This lecture by the instructor covers the topic of self-assembly of Microsystems, focusing on the autonomous organization of components into patterns and structures. It explores the importance of self-assembly in nature and various fields, such as mathematics, chemistry, and engineering. The lecture delves into the potential of self-assembly for novel manufacturing techniques, especially at small scales, and its role in enabling complex heterogeneous microsystems. It also discusses key features, motivations, and examples of self-assembly, including deterministic and stochastic parallel assembly methods. The presentation highlights landmark achievements in self-assembly, such as DNA origami and template-driven assembly, providing insights into the future of scalable nano-engineered systems.