CHAPTER 13: Droplet Manipulation on Liquid-Repellent Surfaces

Robin H A Ras, Xuelin Tian, Bo Chang, Jaakko V I Timonen

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Abstract

The low friction experienced by droplets on a liquid-repellent surface allows for facile and precise manipulation of the droplets, and could open routes for droplet microfluidics, lab-on-a-chip systems, and other applications. This review first discusses the principles of droplet friction. Subsequently we describe different forms of droplet manipulation driven by gravity or magnetic fields, including guided transportation, controlled deposition, splitting, and trapping.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationNon-wettable Surfaces: Theory, Preparation, and Applications
PublisherRoyal Society of Chemistry
Pages368-384
Number of pages17
Volume2017-January
Edition5
ISBN (Electronic)978-1-78262-395-3
ISBN (Print) 978-1-78262-154-6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2017
MoE publication typeA3 Book section, Chapters in research books

Publication series

NameRSC Soft Matter
Number5
Volume2017-January

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