Collective Motion - Understanding the Dynamics of Microbial Aggregation and Swarm Behavior
Fouad Sabry
Editorial: One Billion Knowledgeable
Sinopsis
Collective motion-This chapter explores the concept of collective motion, where multiple entities move together in a coordinated manner, fundamental to understanding microswimmer dynamics Swarm behaviour-Examining how individual agents interact to form a collective group, this chapter links the study of swarm behavior with the movement of microswimmers in biological and artificial systems Electroosmotic pump-This chapter introduces electroosmotic pumps, shedding light on their relevance in manipulating microswimmers in fluid environments for applications in microfluidics and nanomedicine Nanorobotics-Focusing on the development and application of nanorobots, this chapter shows how microswimmers serve as a foundation for future breakthroughs in medicine and technology Molecular motor-Exploring molecular motors, this chapter discusses how natural and synthetic motors can drive microswimmers to perform tasks at the microscopic scale Soft matter-This chapter examines the role of soft matter in creating flexible and responsive materials, essential to understanding the behavior of microswimmers in diverse environments Selfpropelled particles-Discussing the characteristics of selfpropelled particles, this chapter investigates how they move autonomously in response to external stimuli, crucial for the functioning of microswimmers Nanomotor-This chapter covers nanomotors, showing how the principles of microswimming apply to tiny machines capable of operating at the molecular level in complex environments Active matter-Delving into active matter, this chapter explores how materials composed of selfdriven particles can form unique patterns and behaviors, providing a foundation for new applications Biohybrid microswimmer-Focusing on biohybrids, this chapter connects biological and synthetic systems to create more efficient and adaptable microswimmers for use in targeted drug delivery and diagnostics Coffee ring effect-This chapter looks at the coffee ring effect, explaining how microswimmers can be influenced by capillary forces, providing insight into their behavior in complex fluids Rheotaxis-Exploring rheotaxis, this chapter studies the movement of microswimmers in response to shear flow, an important concept for designing systems that can navigate fluid environments Vicsek model-Introducing the Vicsek model, this chapter models collective behavior in microswimmers, offering insights into how large groups can achieve coordinated motion without central control Chemotactic drugtargeting-This chapter explores how microswimmers can be guided by chemical gradients, advancing drug delivery systems that target specific cells or tissues Micromotor-Discussing the development of micromotors, this chapter highlights their applications in medicine, environmental monitoring, and the future of robotics Electrophoresis-Focusing on electrophoresis, this chapter examines how electric fields can manipulate the motion of microswimmers, with potential applications in microfluidic devices and diagnostics Clustering of selfpropelled particles-This chapter investigates how selfpropelled particles tend to cluster together, a critical phenomenon for understanding the formation of larger, functional systems Liquid marbles-Exploring liquid marbles, this chapter discusses their formation and the role of microswimmers in the creation of dynamic, selforganizing systems Janus particles-This chapter looks at Janus particles, which exhibit dual behaviors, offering new insights into the versatility and potential applications of microswimmers in advanced materials Micropump-Focusing on micropumps, this chapter discusses their role in controlling fluid flow in microscale systems, with implications for the future of healthcare and nanotechnology
Disponible desde: 18/03/2025.
Longitud de impresión: 270 páginas.
