Title :
Micromanipulation Method using Backflow Effect of Liquid Crystals
Author :
Mieda, Yoshitaka ; Furutani, Katsushi
Author_Institution :
Kochi Univ. of Technol.
Abstract :
We developed a micromanipulation method using backflow effect of liquid crystals. By adjusting the polarity and the frequency of an applied voltage, the net movement of the microparticles dipped into liquid crystals is caused. The micromanipulation methods using the backflow effect are suitable for the micro and precise manipulation of microobjects that are difficult to handle, for instance microlens or micromirrors
Keywords :
liquid crystals; micromanipulators; backflow effect; liquid crystal; microlens; micromanipulation method; micromirror; microobject; microparticle; Electrodes; Fluid flow control; Frequency; Impurities; Liquid crystal displays; Liquid crystals; Microfluidics; Micromanipulators; Microwave integrated circuits; Voltage;
Conference_Titel :
Micro-NanoMechatronics and Human Science, 2006 International Symposium on
Conference_Location :
Nagoya
Print_ISBN :
1-4244-0717-6
Electronic_ISBN :
1-4244-0718-1
DOI :
10.1109/MHS.2006.320279
