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Title: Advancing Planar Magnetic Microswimmers: Swimming, Channel Navigation, and Surface Motion
Planar magnetic microswimmers are well-suited for in vivo biomedical applications due to their cost-effective mass production through standard photolithography techniques. The precise control of their motion in diverse environments is a critical aspect of their application. This study demonstrates the control of these swimmers individually and as a swarm, exploring navigation through channels and showcasing their functional capabilities for future biomedical settings. We also introduce the capability of microswimmers for surface motion, complementing their traditional fluid-based propulsion and extending their functionality. Our research reveals that microswimmers with varying magnetization directions exhibit unique trajectory patterns, enabling complex swarm tasks. This study further delves into the behavior of these microswimmers in intricate environments, assessing their adaptability and potential for advanced applications. The findings suggest that these microswimmers could be pivotal in areas such as targeted drug delivery and precision medical procedures, marking significant progress in the biomedical and micro-robotic fields and offering new insights into their control and behavior in diverse environments.  more » « less
Award ID(s):
2123824
PAR ID:
10520942
Author(s) / Creator(s):
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Publisher / Repository:
Korea Robotics Society
Date Published:
ISSN:
2642-8695
Format(s):
Medium: X
Sponsoring Org:
National Science Foundation
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