Present and Futuristic Military Applications of Nanodevices

Nanotechnology has potential applications for defence, especially in the field of sensors, transducers, nanorobotics, nanoelectronics, memory storage, propellants, & explosives to enhance the performance of devices and weapon systems. The research and development activities of nanotechnology are increasing globally at a rapid rate. Many programs have been launched by individual countries or jointly towards the realization of nanotechnology. At present, no major country is left without addressing this area. Provisions of special financial budgets are being made for its development. Technology based on nanomaterials is going to play a vital role for the effective development of various materials and devices that are likely to play major dominating roles in military applications as well as societal changes. This paper focuses on the various aspects involved in nanotechnology development and its probable applications for the military.