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Keywords:

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Area of Science:

Colloid science
Soft matter physics
Nanotechnology

Background:

Geometric and magnetic anisotropies are crucial for controlling active colloids.
Field-driven active colloids offer potential for actuation and transport.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the dynamic behaviors of thin hematite platelets driven by a precessing magnetic field.
To elucidate the role of anisotropies in particle motion and cargo manipulation.

Main Methods:

Experimental observation of hematite platelet dynamics near a surface.
Theoretical modeling balancing magnetic, viscous, and gravitational torques.
Analysis of particle shape, magnetization, and susceptibility anisotropy effects.

Main Results:

Hematite platelets exhibit multiaxial propulsion and cycloidal trajectories.
Dynamic states and orientational switching are explained by torque balance.
Anisotropy-stabilized modes enable unique hydrodynamic trapping of passive cargoes.

Conclusions:

Particle shape and magnetic properties dictate active colloid dynamics.
Anisotropies offer novel strategies for micro-cargo manipulation and transport.
Hematite platelets serve as versatile active components for microfluidic applications.