Multi-size droplets generation via side-branch microfluidic channels

S. Xiong, L. K. Chin, Y. F. Yu, J. Q. Yu, Y. Chen, G. J. Zhang, G. Q. Lo, D. L. Kwong, A. Q. Liu

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Abstract

This paper reports a multiple monodispersed droplet generation using a side-branch structure in the microchannel. Water-in-oil plugs which are initially formed at a T-junction, are introduced to junction with three side-branch channels, then three organized streams of droplets are generated in the channels. The size of the droplets could be controlled by the size of the original plugs. The ability of generating multi-streams of monodispersed droplets from the same emulsions opens new possibilities for controlling and analyzing the biochemical reactions in a confined spaces.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication14th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences 2010, MicroTAS 2010
Pages1109-1111
Number of pages3
Publication statusPublished - Oct 2010
Externally publishedYes
Event14th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences 2010, MicroTAS 2010 - Groningen, Netherlands
Duration: 3 Oct 20107 Oct 2010

Publication series

Name14th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences 2010, MicroTAS 2010
Volume2

Conference

Conference14th International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences 2010, MicroTAS 2010
Country/TerritoryNetherlands
CityGroningen
Period3/10/107/10/10

Keywords

  • Droplet array
  • Droplet splitting
  • Microfluidics

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Control and Systems Engineering

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