Light-controlled flows in active fluids
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DOI: 10.1038/nphys3926
Abstract: The ability of phototactic microorganisms to move towards optimal light intensities is exploited to generate fluid flows on scales several orders larger than the swimmers themselves. These flows are shown to function as hydrodynamic tweezers. read more here.
Keywords: controlled flows; flows active; light controlled; active fluids ... See more keywords
Statistical properties of autonomous flows in 2D active nematics.
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DOI: 10.1039/c8sm01877d
Abstract: We study the dynamics of a tunable 2D active nematic liquid crystal composed of microtubules and kinesin motors confined to an oil-water interface. Kinesin motors continuously inject mechanical energy into the system through ATP hydrolysis,… read more here.
Keywords: active nematics; kinesin motors; autonomous flows; properties autonomous ... See more keywords