Fundamentals and Applications of Microfluidics (Artech House Microelectromechanical Systems Library)
Publisher: Artech House Publishers
Published: October 2002
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 487
ISBN-13: 9781580533430
Subjects: Mechanics of fluids; Psychiatry; Micromechanics; Fluidic devices; Technology; Technology & Industrial Arts; Science/Mathematics; Engineering - Electrical & Electronic; Engineering - Mechanical; Mechanics - Dynamics - Fluid Dynamics; General
First sentence: Since Richard Feynman's thought-provoking 1959 speech "There's Plenty of Room at the Bottom" [1], humanity has witnessed the most rapid technology development in its history-the miniaturization of electronic devices.
Description: "Here's a practical and authoritative resource that provides a comprehensive introduction to the emerging field of microfluidics. It explains how to take advantage of the performance benefits of microfluidics and serves as an instant reference for state-of-the-art technology and applications in this cutting-edge area. The book offers practical guidance on how to model, design, and fabricate microfluidic devices.".

"This forward-looking book identifies and discusses the broad range of microfluidic applications, including fluid control devices, gas and fluid measurement devices, medical testing equipment, and implantable drug pumps. It includes simple calculations, ready-to-use data tables, and rules of thumb that help practitioners make design decisions and determine device characteristics quickly. Moreover, the book offers sound, time-saving advice on how to start a new project."--BOOK JACKET.