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A simple sealing device based on capillary force.

Shengda Lu1, Zhaokun Xian1, Nailong Gao2

  • 1School of Mechanical Engineering, Guangxi University, Nanning, 530004, China.

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|March 22, 2022
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A novel capillary force sealing device for self-driving microfluidic chips offers spontaneous liquid sealing and driving. This technology enhances microchip performance for accessible analytical tools.

Keywords:
Capillary forceMicrofluidic chipSealing

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Area of Science:

  • Microfluidics
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Sealing is critical for self-driving microfluidic chip functionality.
  • Existing sealing methods may have limitations in efficiency and repeatability.
  • Capillary force offers a potential mechanism for passive fluid control.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose and evaluate a novel sealing device for microfluidic chips.
  • To leverage capillary force for spontaneous liquid sealing and driving.
  • To improve the performance and repeatability of microfluidic devices.

Main Methods:

  • Design of a sealing device comprising a cover plate, partition plate, and bottom plate.
  • Utilizing capillary force for liquid sealing and spontaneous movement.
  • Experimental validation of the sealing effect and repeatability on microfluidic chips with flat microchannel surfaces.

Main Results:

  • The proposed device achieves a very good sealing effect, particularly when surface hydrophilicity is not strong.
  • Spontaneous sealing and driving of liquids are successfully realized using capillary forces.
  • Reduced influence of sidewalls on fluid flow leads to improved experimental repeatability.

Conclusions:

  • The capillary force-based sealing device significantly enhances microfluidic chip performance.
  • This technology facilitates the development of easy-to-use analytical tools utilizing micro-spaces.
  • The findings contribute to advancements in self-driving microfluidic systems.