Microswimmer - Advancements in Biohybrid Systems for Autonomous Motion
Fouad Sabry
Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
Summary
Microswimmer-This chapter lays the groundwork for understanding biohybrid microswimmers, exploring their design, function, and applications in both biological and synthetic systems Biohybrid microswimmer-A deeper dive into the hybridization of biological organisms with engineered systems, discussing the synergy that enhances the functionality of these microswimmers Collective motion-Explores how multiple microswimmers can interact and move together in coordinated patterns, offering insights into swarm robotics and collective behavior in nature Selfpropulsion-This chapter introduces the concept of selfpropulsion, focusing on the mechanisms that allow microswimmers to navigate their environment autonomously Metin Sitti-A tribute to the work of Metin Sitti, a pioneer in the field of microswimming, detailing his contributions to the development of biohybrid systems and their applications Nanomotor-Discusses the role of nanomotors in biohybrid microswimmers, highlighting their importance in providing the propulsion required for microscopic motion Selfpropelled particles-This chapter explains the physics and mechanics behind selfpropelled particles, key components in biohybrid microswimmer systems, and their realworld implications Protist locomotion-Focuses on the natural locomotion of protists, offering lessons from nature that inform the design of synthetic microswimmers Scallop theorem-Introduces the scallop theorem, a crucial concept in fluid dynamics that explains the limitations of propulsion in low Reynolds number environments, and how biohybrids overcome them Bradley Nelson-This chapter highlights the work of Bradley Nelson, a key figure in the field, and explores his contributions to the development of medical microswimmers Active matter-An exploration of active matter theory and how it applies to biohybrid microswimmers, shedding light on their behavior in nonequilibrium systems Bacterial motility-Investigates how bacteria achieve motility, and how their strategies inform the design of synthetic microswimmers for a range of applications Microbotics-Delves into the field of microbotics, highlighting how smallscale robots and biohybrids are being integrated into a variety of industries Nanorobotics-Covers the fastdeveloping field of nanorobotics, discussing how nanoscale robots, when combined with biological elements, can revolutionize industries like medicine and manufacturing Robotic sperm-A fascinating chapter on the potential use of biohybrid microswimmers in fertility treatments and reproductive health, focusing on robotic sperm as a key innovation Chemotaxis-Explores the phenomenon of chemotaxis, the ability of microswimmers to navigate chemical gradients, and how it is being harnessed for applications in drug delivery and diagnostics Molecular machine-Introduces molecular machines and their connection to biohybrid microswimmers, shedding light on how molecular engineering powers the motion of these tiny robots Microfluidics-A detailed look at the role of microfluidics in the operation of biohybrid microswimmers, particularly in the context of labonachip technologies Runandtumble motion-Discusses the mechanics of runandtumble motion, a fundamental form of movement in microorganisms, and its adaptation in biohybrid microswimmers Motility-Examines the broader concept of motility, comparing different types of motion in microorganisms and biohybrids, and their relevance to realworld applications
Available since: 03/02/2025.
Print length: 289 pages.
