Electroosmotic pumps for microflow analysis.
With rapid development in microflow analysis, electroosmotic pumps are receiving increasing attention. Compared to other micropumps, electroosmotic pumps have several unique features. For example, they are bi-directional, can generate constant and pulse-free flows with flow rates well suited to microanalytical systems, and can be readily integrated with lab-on-chip devices. The magnitude and the direction of flow of an electroosmotic pump can be changed instantly. In addition, electroosmotic pumps have no moving parts. In this article, we discuss common features, introduce fabrication technologies and highlight applications of electroosmotic pumps.
Wang
Xiayan
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Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma 73019, USA.
Wang
Shili
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Gendhar
Brina
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Cheng
Chang
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Byun
Chang Kyu
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Li
Guanbin
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Zhao
Meiping
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Liu
Shaorong
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