N. M. Ravindra, A. T. Fiory, V. R. Mehta, S. Shet, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ; M. P. Lepselter, BTL Fellows, Inc., Summit, NJ
An overview of the current status of self-assembly is presented here. Comparisons and limitations of various approaches to self-assembly are described. The self–assembly approaches to be described include applications in the bio, semiconductor, defense and aerospace industry. Future trends in self- assembly are summarized.