2009
DOI: 10.1260/175095409788837847
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Optimization of elstomeric micro-fluidic valve dimensions using non-linear finite element methods

Abstract: We use a nonlinear finite element (FE) method model to compare, optimize and determine the limits for useful geometries of microfluidic valves in elastomer polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS). Simulations have been performed with the aim of finding the optimal shape, size and location of pressurization that minimizes the pressure required to operate the valve. One important constraint governing the design parameters is that the stresses should be within elastic limits, so that the component remains safe from any type … Show more

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“…Similar studies have been performed in ANSYS® Workbench to analyze the materials that show the most promising results for aquaculture purposes, to simulate micro vibrations on a nontrivial torsionally oscillating structure and to optimize elastomeric micro-fluidic valve dimensions [27][28] [29].…”
Section: Methodsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Similar studies have been performed in ANSYS® Workbench to analyze the materials that show the most promising results for aquaculture purposes, to simulate micro vibrations on a nontrivial torsionally oscillating structure and to optimize elastomeric micro-fluidic valve dimensions [27][28] [29].…”
Section: Methodsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Similar studies have been performed in ANSYS® Workbench to analyze the materials that show the most promising results for aquaculture purposes, to simulate micro vibrations on a nontrivial torsionally oscillating structure and to optimize elastomeric micro-fluidic valve dimensions [27][28] [29]. Figure 6: A schematic model displaying the fixed constraint "A" at the bottom of the ground block, uniform inflation pressure "B" and applied internal pressure on pneumatic tire "C".…”
Section: Methodsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10]. In order to solve such numerical problems, they need to be discretized in nodes and elements [11][12][13].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%