Drag Reduction in Nanofluidic Channels by Integration of Nanopillars with Controlled Dimension and Geometry

Kensuke Mino, Yutaka Kazoe

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Abstract

We developed a technology for drag reduction in nanochannel by incorporating a superhydrophobic and oleophobic nanostructure. Fused-silica nanopillars with defined dimension and geometry were successfully fabricated and modified hydrophobically. The contact angles of water and hexadecane on the nanopillars were 138.3° and 106.9°, respectively. As a result, The fluid resistance in water was reduced by about 60%. Therefore, reduction of fluid resistance in the nanochannel was verified for the first time. This study will contribute to miniaturization and energy saving in nanofluidic devices.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationMicroTAS 2021 - 25th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences
PublisherChemical and Biological Microsystems Society
Pages1403-1404
Number of pages2
ISBN (Electronic)9781733419031
Publication statusPublished - 2021
Event25th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences, MicroTAS 2021 - Palm Springs, Virtual, United States
Duration: 2021 Oct 102021 Oct 14

Publication series

NameMicroTAS 2021 - 25th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences

Conference

Conference25th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences, MicroTAS 2021
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityPalm Springs, Virtual
Period21/10/1021/10/14

Keywords

  • Nanochannel
  • Nanofluidics
  • Nanopillar
  • Oleophobic
  • Superhydrophobic

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Bioengineering
  • Chemical Engineering (miscellaneous)

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