Researchers Build Sharpest Tip
Forget the phrase, “sharp as a tack.” Now, thanks to new University of Alberta research the popular expression might become, “sharp as a single atom tip formed by chemically assisted spatially controlled field evaporation.” Maybe it doesn’t roll off the tongue as easily, but considering the researchers have created the sharpest object ever made, it would be accurate.
But is it really sharp? These guys talk about its application in the next generation electon microscope, but will it cut fruitcake without making crumbs? And will Gillette be making razor blades this way soon? And does it cut doorways into new dimensions OR WHAT?