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The utilization of open-source microcontroller boards and single-board computers in liquid chromatography
Christopher Piccolo1, Samuel W Foster1, Deklin Parker1
1Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, Rowan University, Glassboro, New Jersey, USA.
Journal of Separation Science
|May 10, 2024
Summary
Open-source electronics like microcontrollers and single-board computers are revolutionizing liquid chromatography (LC) automation. This review covers recent advances in LC instrument control and data collection using these accessible technologies.
Area of Science:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Measurement Science
- Instrumentation
Background:
- Electronic control is vital for modern analytical instrumentation, particularly in liquid chromatography (LC).
- Automation, module operation, detection, data acquisition, and analysis are key areas impacted by electronic control in LC.
- Open-source microcontrollers and single-board computers are increasingly used in developing custom analytical tools for liquid-phase separations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent literature (past 5 years) on the use of open-source electronics in advancing liquid chromatography.
- To highlight how microcontrollers and single-board computers simplify operations in LC research.
- To showcase applications in sample preparation, instrument control, and data collection.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of scientific publications within the last five years.
- Focus on studies utilizing open-source microcontrollers and single-board computers for LC systems.
- Analysis of reported advancements in sample preparation, instrument control, and data collection.
Main Results:
- Numerous studies demonstrate the successful application of open-source electronics in LC.
- These devices facilitate simplified automation and enhanced control of LC modules and detectors.
- Significant progress has been made in data acquisition and analysis using these platforms.
Conclusions:
- Open-source microcontrollers and single-board computers are powerful, cost-effective tools for advancing LC research.
- These technologies enable greater accessibility and innovation in custom analytical instrumentation.
- The trend indicates a growing reliance on open-source solutions for future LC development.
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