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Nanomedicine Art Gallery
Image 182
Pathogen Rustler
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Pathogen Rustler |
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2002 |
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Tim Fonseca |
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100,089 bytes |
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640 X 480 pixels |
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177,100 bytes |
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1280 X 960 pixels |
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177,100 bytes |
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1280 x 960 pixels |
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This alternative version of artificial white cells uses retractable tentacles, encircling the main body, to convey the idea of pathogen capture, in place of the hundreds of tiny telescoping arms that were employed in Freitas' original technical design. The artist also added intake and exhaust vents for propulsion and maneuvering. Each nanorobot is about 3 microns in size. A natural white cell is present in the background to provide visual scaling. In the lower image, the tentacles have been fully retracted. |
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© Copyright 2002 by Tim Fonseca. For reprint permission, please contact Tim Fonseca at email: fonsecatim@hotmail.com. Notice to Commercial Publishers: The artist Tim Fonseca requires the payment of a non-negotiable $200 fee for each usage of any of his images, for publication. |
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