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Area of Science:

  • Physics
  • Engineering
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Acoustic levitation enables container-less manipulation of substances, crucial for microgravity studies and various scientific applications.
  • Traditional acoustic levitators using Langevin horns require high precision manufacturing and are sensitive to temperature fluctuations, limiting their practical use.
  • High operating voltages of conventional levitators pose challenges in certain experimental settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design, construct, and evaluate a novel single-axis acoustic levitator.
  • To overcome the limitations of existing levitator designs, particularly regarding voltage requirements and environmental stability.
  • To provide a cost-effective and easily assembled acoustic levitation device.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a single-axis acoustic levitator utilizing multiple, low-voltage (approx. 20 V), commercially available ultrasonic transducers.
  • Operation at a 40 kHz frequency in air.
  • Characterization of levitation capabilities for objects with densities above 2.2 g/cm³ and diameters of 4 mm.

Main Results:

  • Successful levitation of various objects including water, fused-silica spheres, small insects, and electronic components.
  • Demonstration of stable trapping of objects with densities >2.2 g/cm³ and diameters >4 mm.
  • The device operates efficiently, consuming only 10 W of input power.

Conclusions:

  • The developed acoustic levitator offers a practical and accessible alternative to traditional designs.
  • Its construction from low-cost, off-the-shelf components and 3D printed parts facilitates easy assembly.
  • This device expands the accessibility of acoustic levitation for research and educational purposes.