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A bio-inspired micropump based on stomatal transpiration in plants

Jing-min Li1, Chong Liu, Zheng Xu

  • 1Key Laboratory for Micro/Nano Technology and System of Liaoning Province, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, 116023, PR China.

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|July 5, 2011
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Researchers developed a bio-inspired micropump mimicking plant stomatal transpiration. This device offers controllable, high flow rates without external power, enabling efficient fluid transport.

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