Fluidic Manipulation in Carbon Nanotubes

Jennifer R. Lukes

Global objective:

• Develop novel methods for controlling fluid flow in nanochannels

Specific goal:

• Determine influence of electric fields and ionic concentration on fluid/surface interfacial structure and channel flow rates

Application areas:

• Biotechnology
• Chemical analysis

Approach:

• Molecular dynamics simulations
• Allows atomic level analysis

Conclusion and Impact:

• Fluid monolayer structure and transport vary with density, temperature, chirality
• Delivery/extraction of fluids to/from targeted locations can be controlled externally