A novel check microvalve designed for non-Newtonian fluids by applying an optimization algorithm
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cej.2020.126911
Abstract: Abstract This paper proposed a topology optimization method for modifying the No-moving-part (NMP) microvalves to enhancing performance and reducing drive power. No-moving-part microvalves are check microvalves without movable devices, which allow fluid to pass freely… read more here.
Keywords: microvalve; optimization method; topology; topology optimization ... See more keywords
An autonomous electrochemically-actuated microvalve for controlled transport in stand-alone microfluidic systems
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DOI: 10.1039/c7ra07335f
Abstract: We present a new electrochemically-actuated microvalve that does not require an external power source and is well-suited for autonomous stand-alone microfluidic systems. The microvalve is composed of a single bi-metallic Zn/Pt electrode, where the Pt… read more here.
Keywords: microvalve; stand alone; actuated microvalve; solution ... See more keywords