Polymer Micro/Nanofabrication and Manufacturing II
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Processing and Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2024 | Viewed by 14957
Special Issue Editor
Interests: micro/nanofabrication; polymer microembossing; microfluidics; BioMEMS
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Dear Colleagues,
In the field of microfabrication, the utilization of polymers as the substrate material has compelling advantages over other materials owing to their versatile properties, such as low protein adsorption, biocompatibility, surface functionality/modification, mechanical strength, chemical resistance, and low electrical and thermal conductivities. Moreover, the mass production capability of polymeric materials makes it possible to manufacture low-cost products such that they become affordable for one-time use, which is necessary in clinical diagnostics and many biomedical applications. The global market size for emerging gadgets like microfluidic devices and BioMEMS is estimated to be around $15 billion by 2025, wherein the polymer segment accounts for a significant share. Therefore, the aim of this Special Issue is to collect ongoing scientific research on and developments in polymer microfabrication and manufacturing for its potential application in every field of interest. Research as well as review articles are welcome.
Prof. Dr. Yi-Je Juang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- microfabrication
- polymer
- elastomer
- micro-embossing
- imprinting
- micro-injection molding
- resin transfer molding
- roll-to-roll
- roll-to-plate
- mold making
- numerical simulation
- modeling
- rheological properties of polymers
- novel technique
- manufacturing
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