Micro-Assembly Using Optically Patterned Molecular-Motor-Powered Artificial Muscles

Abstract

In this work, a novel micro-assembly method using molecular-motor-powered artificial muscles is presented. A UV scanning system was set up to fast optically pattern artificial muscles from microtubules and kinesins. With this system, micro-components could be accurately assembled by fabricated artificial muscles in microfluidic channel. The successful assemblies of hexagon micro-components have proved the feasibility of this method. We believe this new micro-assembly with simple operation and low cost has a great potential in MEMS applications.

Publication
2019 IEEE 32nd International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
Yingzhe Wang (王颖哲)
Yingzhe Wang (王颖哲)
Assistant Professor

My research interests include microfluidics, bio-hybrid robotics and micro-robotics.