What are the Challenges in Electrokinetic Flow at the Nanoscale?
Several challenges need to be addressed for effective utilization of electrokinetic flow in nanotechnology: - Surface Charge Variability: The surface charge of materials can vary, affecting the consistency of electrokinetic flow. - Fluid Properties: Properties such as viscosity and ionic strength of the fluid can influence flow behavior. - Channel Design: Designing nanoscale channels that can efficiently utilize electrokinetic flow is complex. - Power Consumption: Managing the power consumption and heat generation in nanoscale systems can be challenging.
