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  • 1Ian Wark Research Institute, University of South Australia, Mawson Lakes, SA, 5095, Australia. craig.priest@unisa.edu.au

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This study presents a novel, high-precision method for localized plasma treatment of polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) microchannels using injected gallium electrodes. This technique enables precise surface modification for advanced microfluidic applications.

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  • Materials Science
  • Microfluidics
  • Surface Chemistry

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  • Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) microchannels are widely used in microfluidics.
  • Achieving precise surface modification within these channels is crucial for controlling fluid behavior and enabling complex applications.
  • Existing methods for electrode fabrication and surface treatment can be complex and lack precision.

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  • To demonstrate a rapid, high-precision method for localized plasma treatment of bonded PDMS microchannels.
  • To develop a novel electrode fabrication technique for microchannels.
  • To enable precise surface patterning for advanced microfluidic devices.

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  • Fabrication of patterned electrodes by injecting molten gallium into preformed microchannel guides.

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  • Utilizing photomask design for precise alignment of injected electrodes.
  • Detection of surface modification using Rhodamine B fluorescent dye.

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    • Successfully prepared electrode guides without additional fabrication steps.
    • Achieved precise electrode alignment controlled by photomask design.
    • Demonstrated well-defined micropatterned surface modification with regions < 100 µm.

    Conclusions:

    • The presented method offers a rapid and high-precision approach for localized plasma treatment in PDMS microchannels.
    • Injected gallium electrodes provide a simple yet effective way to create patterned surfaces.
    • This technique facilitates advanced surface engineering for microfluidic systems.