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Generation and Control of Electrohydrodynamic Flows in Aqueous Electrolyte Solutions
Published on: September 7, 2018
Neural network-enabled, all-electronic control of non-Newtonian fluid flow
Huilu Bao1, Xin Zhang1, Xiaoyu Zhang1
1Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, Massachusetts 01003, USA.
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Real-time, all-electronic control of non-Newtonian fluid flow through a microscale channel is crucial for various applications in manufacturing and healthcare. However, existing methods lack the sensitivity required for accurate measurement and the real-time responsiveness necessary for effective adjustment. Here, we demonstrate an all-electronic system that enables closed-loop, real-time, high-sensitivity control of various waveforms of non-Newtonian fluid flow (0.76 μl min-1) through a micro-sized outlet. Our approach combines a contactless, cuff-like flow sensor with a neural-network control program. This system offers a simple, miniaturized, versatile, yet high-performance solution for non-Newtonian fluid flow control, easily integrated into existing setups.
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