Abstract

A Novel Microfluidic Mixing Chip

Lyndon Stephens, CEO & Founder, Hummingbird Nano, Inc.

The interaction of fluids in microfluidic systems is a challenging yet important application. These interactions can take the form of controlled reactions, distribution of particles (slurries), particle control in emulsions and control of concentration, among others.   In many of these "mixing" applications, the reagents can be very costly, so it is important to have a system that offers low swept volume and zero dead volume.  This presentation will review approaches to the mixing applications and introduce a new chip design low swept volume and zero dead volume.  Sample results for the a simple mixing of concentrated dyes will be presented.