CE 521LEC - Introduction to Optofluidics

The student will develop a working knowledge of key principles of fluid dynamics, microfluidics, optics and photonics and the integration of these concepts to realize functional microsystems, with an emphasis on bioapplications. Topics covered include a survey of micro- and nano-fabrication methods, micro- and nano-fluidic principles and related transport phenomena, electromagnetic (EM) theory including light-liquid interactions, the propagation of EM waves and plasmonic phenomena. State-of-the-art optofluidic devices are covered in some detail including liquid based micro-optical waveguides and lens systems, fluid tunable optical micro-resonators and microlfuidic dye lasers. Colloids and nanofluids are discussed along with methods for manipulating particles in fluids including near- and far-field optical techniques. Principles and applications of nanotechnolgy are also covered.

Credits: 3

Requisites: Senior or graduate standing required.