Title :
Micro fluid-handling systems: state of the art and opportunities
Author :
Van de Pol, Frans C. ; Branebjerg, Jens
Author_Institution :
Sclumberger Ind. SMR, Montrouge, France
Abstract :
Research activities throughout the world concerning micro fluid-handling are reviewed. Pumps and ink-jet heads, valves and flow sensors are discussed. Many research groups are moving into this emerging field, usually, aiming at the development of complete systems for chemical analysis or medicine delivery. Some comments on future trends and opportunities are given.<>
Keywords :
fluidic devices; hydraulic control equipment; technological forecasting; chemical analysis; flow sensors; ink-jet heads; medicine delivery; micro-fluid handling systems; pumps; valves; Chemical analysis; Chemical sensors; Glass; Head; Lithography; Micromachining; Micropumps; Pumps; Silicon; Valves;
Conference_Titel :
Advanced Robotics, 1991. 'Robots in Unstructured Environments', 91 ICAR., Fifth International Conference on
Conference_Location :
Pisa, Italy
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-0078-5
DOI :
10.1109/ICAR.1991.240639
