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Twisted fiber microfluidics: a cutting-edge approach to 3D spiral devices

Engineering and Technology

Twisted fiber microfluidics: a cutting-edge approach to 3D spiral devices

S. Kato, D. W. Carlson, et al.

Discover a revolutionary method for creating 3D spiral microfluidic devices using a miniaturized thermal drawing process. Conducted by Shunsuke Kato, Daniel W. Carlson, Amy Q. Shen, and Yuanyuan Guo, this research opens the door to advanced applications in drug delivery and diagnostics.

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Abstract
This work introduces a streamlined fabrication method for 3D spiral microfluidic devices using rotational force within a miniaturized thermal drawing process (mini-rTDP). This allows rapid prototyping of twisted fiber-based microfluidics with versatility in material selection and heightened geometric intricacy. Computational modeling and microtomographic particle image velocimetry (µTPIV) characterized the 3D flow dynamics, confirming a steady secondary flow. This platform has promising applications in drug delivery, diagnostics, and lab-on-a-chip systems.
Publisher
Microsystems & Nanoengineering
Published On
Authors
Shunsuke Kato, Daniel W. Carlson, Amy Q. Shen, Yuanyuan Guo
Tags
3D microfluidics
fabrication method
thermal drawing
drug delivery
diagnostics
flow dynamics

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