Particle Manipulation Based on Optically Controlled Free Surface Hydrodynamics

Abstract

Microparticle manipulation: The photoisomerization of surfactants adsorbed at a gas–liquid interface drives a Marangoni flow that can be used for the trapping and manipulation of small particles. By switching the laser wavelength, a flow either into or away from the focal spot can be induced. The picture shows a microparticle trapped in the focal region by the inflow. As a service to our authors and readers, this journal provides supporting information supplied by the authors. Such materials are peer reviewed and may be re-organized for online delivery, but are not copy-edited or typeset. Technical support issues arising from supporting information (other than missing files) should be addressed to the authors. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.