Hydraulic actuation based on flow of non-wetting fluids in micro-channels

The behavior of non-wetting fluids in micro-channels can be utilized to create an unusual form of micro-hydraulic technology that enables fabrication of various kinds of micro-actuators and micro-bearings. In addition, this same technology can be used to construct micro-pumps capable of generating f...

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Published in:Sensors and actuators. B, Chemical Chemical, 2002-06, Vol.85 (1), p.52-60
Main Authors: Wapner, Phillip G., Hoffman, Wesley P.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Actuators
Micro-hydraulic technology
Non-wetting fluids
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Summary:The behavior of non-wetting fluids in micro-channels can be utilized to create an unusual form of micro-hydraulic technology that enables fabrication of various kinds of micro-actuators and micro-bearings. In addition, this same technology can be used to construct micro-pumps capable of generating flows of wetting fluids in micro-channels and to manipulate and control these flows.
ISSN:0925-4005
1873-3077
DOI:10.1016/S0925-4005(02)00053-9