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Micro flow sensor based on two closely spaced amperometric sensors.

Jian Wu1, Jing Ye

  • 1Department of Biomedical Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, PR China.bmewuj@mail.bme.zju.edu.cn

Lab on a Chip
|November 16, 2005
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A novel micro flow sensor uses two amperometric oxygen sensors to measure flow rates without tracers. This microfabricated device accurately detects low flow rates in micro-channels.

Area of Science:

  • Microfluidics
  • Sensor Technology
  • Analytical Chemistry

Background:

  • Accurate flow rate measurement is crucial in microfluidic systems.
  • Existing methods often require tracers or complex setups.
  • A need exists for simple, direct flow sensing in micro-channels.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose and implement a novel micro flow sensor.
  • To utilize amperometric oxygen sensors for flow detection.
  • To demonstrate tracer-free flow measurement in microfluidics.

Main Methods:

  • Designed a micro flow sensor with two closely spaced amperometric oxygen sensors.
  • Employed microfabrication techniques for sensor implementation.
  • Validated sensor performance through simulations and experimental measurements.

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Main Results:

  • The ratio of oxygen sensor responses correlates with micro-channel flow rates.
  • The sensor successfully detected flow rates in the microliter per minute range.
  • Optimal performance achieved with a 10 micrometer electrode gap and 100x100 micrometer channel cross-section.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed micro flow sensor offers a novel, tracer-free method for flow measurement.
  • The device is suitable for detecting low flow rates in microfluidic applications.
  • This technology simplifies flow monitoring without requiring dissolved oxygen information.