A nanoscale nanocrystal which may be used as a reciprocating motor is provided, comprising a substrate having an energy differential across it, e.g. an electrical connection to a voltage source at a proximal end; an atom reservoir on the substrate distal to the electrical connection; a nanoparticle ram...http://www.google.com/patents/US7863798?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7863798 - Nanocrystal powered nanomotor
