Sample handling tool with piezoelectric actuator

This device uses a special motor to precisely move a needle. This needle can either suck up or squirt out liquid samples, or it can pick up and move solid materials. The motor is specifically designed to move the needle at least an eighth of an inch.

Why it matters: Piezoelectric motor technology has advanced significantly since 2003, offering greater precision and miniaturization. This aligns with the increased demand for automated, precise sample handling in microfluidics and nanotechnology, making such devices more viable and cost-effective today.

Status: ExpiredProtection ended and was never renewed
How hard to build: SpecializedPiezoelectric motor, precision mechanics, fluid handling

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