Laser-based assembler and microfluidic applications

Microfluidic chips enable complete laboratory analysis and diagnostics from smallest volumes of liquids on dimensions not exceeding a matchbox. In the process, these systems are based on integration and miniaturization of pumps, mixers, and devices to control the fluid flow. Light plays an important role for manufacturing and actuation of these microdevices and can be applied for further improving microsystems with regard to new capabilities and higher performance density. In the following paragraphs, an introduction to microfluidics, optofluidics, and assembling techniques is given.

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