Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jan 4, 2026
20:38
AC Electrokinetic Phenomena Generated by Microelectrode Structures
Published on: July 28, 2008
11.9K
AC Electrothermal Effect in Microfluidics: A Review
Alinaghi Salari1,2,3, Maryam Navi1,2,3, Thomas Lijnse4
1Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program, Ryerson University, Toronto, ON M5B 2K3, Canada.
Micromachines
|November 14, 2019
Summary
This review explores AC electrothermal effects for microfluidic fluid manipulation in lab-on-a-chip devices. It offers a comprehensive reference for researchers, comparing techniques and recommending configurations for optimal performance.
Area of Science:
- Microfluidics
- Electrokinetics
- Lab-on-a-chip devices
Background:
- The electrothermal effect has been studied in microfluidics since the 1990s.
- It is a promising technique for fluid manipulation in lab-on-a-chip devices.
- Understanding electrokinetic phenomena provides context for the electrothermal effect.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a timely overview of AC electrothermal field research.
- To serve as a comprehensive reference for new researchers in the field.
- To categorize and review recent advances in electrothermal effects.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of AC electrothermal studies.
- Comparative analysis of electrokinetic phenomena.
- Categorization of recent advancements in the electrothermal field.
Main Results:
- Recent advances in the AC electrothermal field are reviewed and categorized.
- Results and achievements from various studies are compared.
- Recommendations are provided for selecting proper configurations and parameters.
Conclusions:
- The AC electrothermal effect is a viable technique for microfluidic applications.
- This review offers valuable insights into the current state of the electrothermal field.
- Researchers can use this overview to make informed decisions on experimental design.
