Development and elaboration of metallic thin-film mold and millimetric tortuous channel

Abstract

This work investigates the development and elaboration of metallic thin-film molds and millimetric tortuous channels for microfluidic applications. Microfluidics, which manipulates small fluid volumes at the micrometric scale, has transformative potential in fields ranging from biotechnology to analytical chemistry. The study explores key fabrication techniques, including electroplating, and soft lithography, to produce microchannels. Detailed design and elaboration processes of PDMS microchannels are also presented. The results demonstrate the effectiveness of these techniques in achieving desired microchannel geometries and fluid flow characteristics. This research provides critical insights into the fabrication and design of microfluidic systems, contributing to advancements in microfluidic technology and its applications in various scientific and engineering fields. Keywords: Microfluidic , Microchannel , PDMS, Mold