1. Paper-based electrospray emitters
- Author
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Cheng Li, Xinyan Zhao, Weiwei Yang, and Weiwei Deng
- Subjects
Fluid Flow and Transfer Processes ,Atmospheric Science ,Electrospray ,Environmental Engineering ,Materials science ,Capillary action ,Mechanical Engineering ,Nanotechnology ,Technical note ,02 engineering and technology ,Paper based ,010402 general chemistry ,021001 nanoscience & nanotechnology ,01 natural sciences ,Pollution ,Durability ,Multiplexing ,0104 chemical sciences ,Physics::Fluid Dynamics ,Washburn's equation ,0210 nano-technology ,Porosity - Abstract
This technical note documents the use of paper as electrospray emitters. The porous structure of the paper automatically delivers the liquid by capillary effects without the need of a mechanical pump. The liquid flow rate can be approximately quantified using Washburn equation. Despite the limited durability, paper-based electrospray emitters exhibit unique features such as ease of multiplexing, self-regulated liquid supply without need of pumps, ultra-low cost, and versatility provided through origami.
- Published
- 2017