Methods and apparatus for producing nanoparticles, including single-crystal semiconductor nanoparticles, are provided. The methods include the step of generating a constricted radiofrequency plasma in the presence of a precursor gas containing precursor molecules to form nanoparticles. Single-crystal...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US8016944?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US8016944 - Process and apparatus for forming nanoparticles using radiofrequency plasmas