Integrated Real-Time Control and Imaging System for Microbiorobotics and Nanobiostructures
Abstract
This project is to develop a novel integrated system module with digital light processing (DLP) and total internal reflection fluorescence microscopy (TIRFM) for scientific research and education in microbiorobotics for manipulation, and sensing, and biologically inspired metamaterials for nanoelectronics. The multi-functional capacity provided by an integrated DLP-TIRFM system will enable researchers and students to perform material imaging, manipulation, and property measurements with optical, electrical, mechanical, and thermal stimulation. Specific research projects include: (1) feedback control of multiple bacteria-powered microrobots using DLP control modality,(2) investigation and visualization of the hydrodynamic flagella coordination in the lubrication layer of bacteria, and (3) advanced imaging and characterization of flagellar polymorphic transitions of flagella forests and flagella-templated nanotubes. Demonstration of phototactic/thermotactic control capabilities on microorganism-based robotics will have great impact on control systems theory and engineering. In addition, characterizing and understanding biological and synthetic micro/nanoscale structures is crucial in the continued push for micro/nanotechnologies while synthetic materials would combine biological properties with the ease of handling inorganic molecules.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 11, 2016
- Accession Number
- AD1008501
Entities
People
- Minjun Kim
Organizations
- Drexel University