Dynamic micro-bead arrays using optical tweezers combined with intelligent control techniques

Opt Express. 2009 Dec 21;17(26):24102-11. doi: 10.1364/OE.17.024102.

Abstract

Dynamic micro-bead arrays offer great flexibility and potential as sensing tools in various scientific fields. Here we present a software-oriented approach for fully automated assembly of versatile dynamic micro-bead arrays using multi-beam optical tweezers combined with intelligent control techniques. Four typical examples, including the collision-free sorting of array elements by bead features, are demonstrated in real time. Control algorithms and experimental apparatus for these demonstrations are also described.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Algorithms*
  • Artificial Intelligence*
  • Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted / methods*
  • Manufactured Materials*
  • Microspheres*
  • Optical Tweezers*
  • Robotics / methods*
  • Software*