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1Singapore 3D-Printing Center, HP-NTU Digital Manufacturing Corporate Lab, School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.
International Journal of Bioprinting
|June 30, 2020
Summary
Three-dimensional (3D) printing offers complex microfluidic device fabrication. This perspective explores the limitations of 3D-printed microfluidics and microfluidics-enabled 3D printing, identifying innovations for future applications.
Area of Science:
- Engineering
- Materials Science
- Biotechnology
Background:
- Microfluidic devices are increasingly complex, demanding advanced fabrication methods.
- Three-dimensional (3D) printing enables monolithic fabrication of intricate microfluidic structures.
- The synergy between microfluidics and 3D printing presents both opportunities and challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critically evaluate the current state of 3D-printed microfluidics.
- To examine the advancements and limitations of microfluidics-enabled 3D printing.
- To identify key innovations needed to overcome existing technological barriers and unlock new applications.
Main Methods:
- Perspective review of existing literature on 3D-printed microfluidics.
- Analysis of microfluidics-enabled 3D printing strategies.
- Identification of limitations and future research directions.
Main Results:
- 3D printing facilitates complex microfluidic device architectures.
- Microfluidics enables novel 3D printing strategies, but with limitations.
- Current technologies face challenges in meeting demanding microfluidic requirements.
Conclusions:
- Significant innovations are required to fully leverage 3D printing for microfluidics.
- Overcoming limitations can lead to high-value applications with scientific and social impact.
- Further research is crucial for advancing both 3D-printed microfluidics and microfluidics-enabled 3D printing.
