A Valve-Less Rectification Minipump Based on Dynamic Rectifying Geometries

The advantages of valve-less rectification micro pumps include having no moving parts, low cost, reliable, having the ability to pump particles-laden fluids and live cells, being compatible with a wide range of micro channel materials and working fluids. Most valve-less rectification micro pumps are based on passive rectifying geometries such as a nozzle/diffuser, Tesla (Valvular Conduit), and Bifurcation geometries. In this study, we present a new valve-less rectification minipump based on a dynamic rectifying geometry. The present work includes design, fabrication, and testing of the pump. The experimental results are presented in terms of flow rates and maximum back pressures.Copyright © 2010 by ASME