As we venture into the futuristic technological arena, Nanorobotics technology stands tall with its capabilities to revolutionise the world, bringing its expertise in robotics, material science and nanotechnology to the table.

This game-changer technology includes designing and developing robots at the nanoscale ranging from 1 to 100 nanometers. These microscopic bots are either remote-controlled or programmed to perform specific tasks internally or externally. and are comprised of 

1. Sensors - that detect light, sound and chemicals.
2. Control systems to decide the course of action for the nanobot/nanorobot.
3. Power source to function.

With the integration of the irresistible combination of Artificial intelligence and robotics, Nanorobotics claims to improve 

1. Medical field - It can directly target the infected cells. Hence promoting precision medicine, early diagnosis of diseases, repairing damaged tissues and lowering the chances of side effects.
2. Manufacturing - It can develop products and materials that adapt and respond to real-time changes.
3. Environmental management - It can break down pollutants, monitor air and water quality and provide real-time data.

Scaling a robot down to a few billionths of a meter and capturing the imagination of a sci-fi movie in the real world, can the failure to control a nanobot hit us harder and cause a far-ranging disruption?

• Madhavi Desai