ModMag: A Modular Magnetic Micro-Robotic Manipulation Device
Max Sokolich, Max Sokolich, David Rivas, Markos Duey, Daniel, Borsykowsky, Sambeeta Das

TL;DR
ModMag is a compact, versatile electromagnetic manipulation device designed for microrobotics and biomedical applications, featuring multiple configurations, remote control, and user-friendly interface.
Contribution
This paper introduces a novel, portable electromagnetic manipulation system with multiple configurations and remote control capabilities, enhancing usability in biomedical research.
Findings
Successfully controls multiple electromagnetic setups
Features a compact design with integrated electronics and touchscreen
Demonstrates application in microrobotics experiments
Abstract
Electromagnetic systems have been used extensively for the control magnetically actuated objects, such as in microrheology and microrobotics research. Therefore, optimizing the design of such systems is highly desired. Some of the features that are lacking in most current designs are compactness, portability, and versatility. Portability is especially relevant for biomedical applications in which in vivo or in vitro testing may be conducted in locations away from the laboratory microscope. This document describes the design, fabrication and implementation of a compact, low cost, versatile, and user friendly device (the ModMag) capable of controlling multiple electromagnetic setups, including a two-dimensional 4-coil traditional configuration, a 3-dimensional Helmholtz configuration, and a 3-dimensional magnetic tweezer configuration. All electronics and circuitry for powering the…
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Taxonomy
TopicsMicro and Nano Robotics
