Schematic outline of the object assembly procedure. (1)
Local modification of individual objects with molecular surface layers
(A, A′, B, and
B′). (2) Preassembly of the modified
objects under the control of specific attractions between corresponding
surface layers (A, A′, B,
and B′). (3) Permanent fixation of the
assembly structure through covalent bond formation between the layers
after activation (e.g., by light, heat, or chemical agents).