An optofluidic prism with large deviation angle by two flow streams

S. Xiong, L. K. Chin, Y. Yang, Y. H. Fu, Y. Chen, A. Q. Liu

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Abstract

This paper reports an optofluidic tunable prism which is realized with two laminar flows in a microfluidic chip. By controlling the flow rate ratio between the two flows, the apex angle of the prism can be tuned continuously and therefore the deviation angle can be changed accordingly. A model for the hydrodynamic control is established for the prism. The optical deviation caused by the prism is theoretically analyzed and experimentally proved. The optofluidic prism can be used for building up the on-chip optical circuits and promising for the optical detection and biochemical analysis.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2011 IEEE 24th International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, MEMS 2011
Pages5-8
Number of pages4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jan 2011
Externally publishedYes
Event24th IEEE International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, MEMS 2011 - Cancun, Mexico
Duration: 23 Jan 201127 Jan 2011

Publication series

NameProceedings of the IEEE International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
ISSN (Print)1084-6999

Conference

Conference24th IEEE International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, MEMS 2011
Country/TerritoryMexico
CityCancun
Period23/01/1127/01/11

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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