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  • Acoustic manipulation
  • Biotechnology

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  • Surface acoustic waves (SAW) are effective for microscale fluid and particle manipulation.
  • Current fabrication methods for SAW devices, integrating interdigitated transducers (IDTs), are complex, costly, and require cleanroom facilities and precise alignment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an affordable and innovative fabrication method for SAW-based microfluidic devices.
  • To eliminate the need for cleanroom facilities and precise alignment in SAW device fabrication.
  • To demonstrate the efficacy of the developed method for particle separation and droplet generation.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of IDTs and microfluidic channels using a single, simplified process.
  • Achieving precise self-alignment between IDTs and microfluidic channels based on device design.
  • Utilizing the fabricated devices for microfluidic applications.

Main Results:

  • Successful fabrication of SAW-based microfluidic devices without cleanroom facilities or alignment procedures.
  • Demonstrated precise self-alignment of IDTs and microfluidic channels.
  • Effective particle separation and active droplet generation using the developed devices.

Conclusions:

  • The presented fabrication approach offers a cost-effective and accessible alternative for creating SAW microfluidic devices.
  • The self-alignment feature simplifies the manufacturing process and ensures precise integration of components.
  • This method opens new possibilities for widespread adoption of SAW technology in microfluidics for various applications.