Purcell magneto-elastic swimmer controlled by an external magnetic field [PDF]
, 2016 International audienceThis paper focuses on the mechanism of propulsion of a Purcell swimmer whose segments are magnetized and react to an external magnetic field applied into the fluid.
Alouges, F. +3 more
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On-Surface Locomotion of Particle Based Microrobots Using Magnetically Induced Oscillation
Micromachines, 2017 The low Reynolds number condition presents a fundamental constraint on designing locomotive mechanisms for microscale robots. We report on the use of an oscillating magnetic field to induce on-surface translational motion of particle based microrobots ...
U Kei Cheang +4 more
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Impact of Segmented Magnetization on the Flagellar Propulsion of Sperm‐Templated Microrobots
Advanced Science, 2021 Technical design features for improving the way a passive elastic filament produces propulsive thrust can be understood by analyzing the deformation of sperm‐templated microrobots with segmented magnetization. Magnetic nanoparticles are electrostatically
Veronika Magdanz +7 more
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Recent Advances in the Application of Piezoelectric Materials in Microrobotic Systems
Micromachines, 2022 Recent advances in precision manufacturing technology and a thorough understanding of the properties of piezoelectric materials have made it possible for researchers to develop innovative microrobotic systems, which draw more attention to the challenges ...
Alireza Fath, Tian Xia, Wei Li
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Microrobots Based on Smart Materials with Their Manufacturing Methods and Applications
InventionsIn recent years, the field of microrobots has exploded, yielding many exciting new functions and applications, from object grasping and release to in vivo drug transport.
Jiawei Sun +5 more
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Mobility Experiments With Microrobots for Minimally Invasive Intraocular Surgery [PDF]
, 2013 Purpose.: To investigate microrobots as an assistive tool for minimally invasive intraocular surgery and to demonstrate mobility and controllability inside the living rabbit eye.
Bergeles, C +8 more
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A Review on the Motion of Magnetically Actuated Bio-Inspired Microrobots
Applied Sciences, 2022 Nature consists of numerous solutions to overcome challenges in designing artificial systems. Various actuation mechanisms have been implemented in microrobots to mimic the motion of microorganisms. Such bio-inspired designs have contributed immensely to
Shanuka Dodampegama +8 more
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Bio‐Integrated Microrobots: Fabrication, Actuation and Biomedical Applications
SmartBotBio‐integrated microrobots (BIMs), which are fabricated with biofriendly materials, biological units (e.g. cells or biomolecules), or cell‐material hybrids have emerged as a promising technology for minimally invasive biomedicine. The diminutive size and
Huaping Wang +5 more
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Medical microrobots in reproductive medicine from the bench to the clinic
Nature Communications, 2023 Microrobotics is an emerging technology with wide implications for medical fields, such as assisted reproduction. Here the authors show how the key challenges regarding materials, processes and engineering as well as ethical and regulatory implications ...
R. Nauber +5 more
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Photoacoustic computed tomography guided microrobots for targeted navigation in intestines in vivo [PDF]
, 2020 Tremendous progress in synthetic micro/nanomotors has been made for potential biomedical applications. However, existing micro/nanomotor platforms are inefficient for deep tissue imaging and motion control in vivo.
Gao, Wei +5 more
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