uFluids@Home

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μFluids@Home
Websitewww.ufluids.net


μFluids@Home is a computer simulation of

microgravity and microfluidics[1] problems at Purdue University, using the Surface Evolver
program.

About

The project's purpose is to develop better methods for the management of

microelectromechanical systems, taking into account factors like surface tension. Systems using electrowetting, channel geometry, and hydrophobic or hydrophilic coatings to allow the smooth passage of fluids can then be designed. Such systems include compact medical devices, biosensors,[4] and fuel cells
.

Computing platform

μFluids@Home uses the BOINC volunteer computing platform.

Application notes

  • There is no screensaver.
  • Work unit CPU times are generally less than 20 hours.
  • Work units average in size around 500 kB.
  • You must run many work units to get levels of credit comparable to SETI@home or climateprediction.net BOINC projects.

References

  1. ^ "Purdue engineers develop quick, inexpensive method to prototype microchips". News.uns.purdue.edu. 2004-01-07. Archived from the original on 2011-06-15. Retrieved 2011-02-20.
  2. ^ "Engineers rescue aging satellites, saving millions". News.uns.purdue.edu. 2007-09-05. Archived from the original on 2011-06-15. Retrieved 2011-02-20.
  3. ^ "Research focuses on fuel injection in rockets". News.uns.purdue.edu. 2009-07-16. Archived from the original on 2011-06-15. Retrieved 2011-02-20.
  4. ^ "Innovation could make lab-on-a-chip devices easier to use, cheaper to make". News.uns.purdue.edu. 2009-04-21. Archived from the original on 2011-06-15. Retrieved 2011-02-20.

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