AC electroosmotic pump with bubble-free palladium electrodes and rectifying polymer membrane valves.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
We present the design, test and theoretical analysis of a novel micropump. The purpose is to make a pump with large flow rate (approximately 10 microL min-1) and high pressure capacity (approximately 1 bar) powered by a low voltage DeltaV<30 V. The pump is operated in AC mode with an electroosmotic actuator in connection with a full wave rectifying valve system. Individual valves are based on a flexible membrane with a slit. Bubble-free palladium electrodes are implemented in order to increase the range of applications and reduce maintenance.
Medical subject headings
- Electrodes
- Electrophoresis
- Membranes, Artificial
- Palladium
- Polymethyl Methacrylate