Advances in Micromanipulation Actuated by Vibration-Induced Acoustic Waves and Streaming Flow

Abstract

The use of vibration and acoustic characteristics for micromanipulation has been prevalent in recent years. Due to high biocompatibility, non-contact operation, and relatively low cost, the micromanipulation actuated by the vibration-induced acoustic wave and streaming flow has been widely applied in the sorting, translating, rotating, and trapping of targets at the submicron and micron scales, especially particles and single cells. In this review, to facilitate subsequent research, we summarize the fundamental theories of manipulation driven by vibration-induced acoustic waves and streaming flow. These methods are divided into two types: actuated by the acoustic wave, and actuated by the steaming flow induced by vibrating geometric structures. Recently proposed representative vibroacoustic-driven micromanipulation methods are introduced and compared, and their advantages and disadvantages are summarized. Finally, prospects are presented based on our review of the recent advances and developing trends.

State-of-the-Art on Vibro-Acoustics of Structures

“…Compared to the skyhook controller, the present controller can improve the total energy absorbing efficiency by up to 10% and it also has better adaptability and robustness for different landing scenarios and parametric uncertainties. Chen et al [8] presented a review of the recent advances in using vibration-induced acoustic wave and vibration-induced streaming flow devices for micromanipulation. In the review, they summarized the fundamental theories of manipulation driven by vibration-induced acoustic waves and streaming flow.…”

Towards a Comprehensive and Robust Micromanipulation System with Force-Sensing and VR Capabilities

“…The micromanipulation field can be divided into two main categories: tethered and untethered systems. Untethered, sometimes referred to as field-driven micromanipulation, replaces mechanical manipulator components with components that generate a field (acoustic [ 8 , 9 , 10 ], magnetic [ 11 , 12 , 13 ], laser/light [ 14 , 15 ], etc., which in turn cause manipulation directly or actuate an untethered end-effector, usually in the form of a microrobot. For tethered systems, the manipulation end-effector is attached mechanically to the actuation element, typically DC or stepper motors.…”

Nonprehensile Manipulation of Parts on a Horizontal Circularly Oscillating Platform with Dynamic Dry Friction Control

“…Moreover, they do not require expensive and complex equipment. Therefore, these methods are being extensively studied in scientific literature and applied in industrial practice [ 20 ].…”