Abstract
In previous work we developed a micro-mixer based on artificial cilia, that was experimentally proven to be very effective. Here, we present numerical simulations of the mixing process carried out using an advanced numerical tool, in combination with OCT experiments, that explain the observed effectiveness. As opposed to what was expected, fluid inertia was found to be the key ingredient for effective mixing.
Original language | English |
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Pages | 92-94 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Publication status | Published - 16 Oct 2008 |
Event | 12th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences, MicroTAS 2008 - San Diego, CA, United States Duration: 12 Oct 2008 → 16 Oct 2008 |
Conference
Conference | 12th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences, MicroTAS 2008 |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | San Diego, CA |
Period | 12/10/08 → 16/10/08 |
Keywords
- FEM simulation
- Micro-mixing
- Optical coherence tomography