<p>This book is an overview of replication technology for micro- and nanostructures, focusing on the techniques and technology of hot embossing, a scaleable and multi-purpose technology for the manufacture of devices such as BioMEMS and microfluidic devices which are expected to revolutionize a wide range of medical and industrial processes over the coming decade. </p> <p>The hot embossing process for replicating microstructures was developed by the Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology) where the author is head of the Nanoreplication Group. Worgull fills a gap in existing information by fully detailing the technology and techniques of hot embossing.  He also covers nanoimprinting, a process related to hot embossing, with examples of actual research topics and new applications in nanoreplication.</p><p>*A practical and theoretical guide to selecting the materials, machinery and processes involved in microreplication using hot embossing techniques.</p> <ul> </ul> <p>*Compares different replication processes such as: micro injection molding, micro thermoforming, micro hot embossing, and nanoimprinting </p> <ul> </ul> <p>*Details commercially available hot embossing machinery and components like tools and mold inserts</p> <ul> </ul>