Biohybrid Microswimmer: Exploring the Future of Micro Robotics in Medicine and Engineering
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Chapters Brief Overview:
1: Biohybrid microswimmer: An introduction to biohybrid microswimmers, exploring their design and propulsion mechanisms.
2: Molecular motor: Discusses molecular motors, the driving forces behind cellular movement and inspiration for nanorobots.
3: Nanorobotics: Overview of the nanorobotics field, its applications, and the role of biohybrids in revolutionizing industries.
4: Self-propelled particles: Examines self-propelled particles, focusing on their motion principles for biohybrid design.
5: Nanomotor: Focuses on the smallest functional machines, providing insights into nanomotor technology and its role in nanorobotics.
6: Microbotics: A detailed look at microbotics and the integration of biology with tiny robotic systems for practical tasks.
7: Bacteria: Highlights bacterial locomotion, crucial to understanding biohybrid swimmer mechanisms and bio-inspiration.
8: Run-and-tumble motion: Delves into run-and-tumble bacterial motion, an essential principle for biohybrid navigation.
9: Microorganism: Discusses microorganism motility and its diverse locomotion strategies that aid biohybrid design.
10: Quorum sensing: Focuses on quorum sensing, a bacterial communication process that enhances biohybrid coordination.
11: Biofilm: Explores microbial biofilms and their impact on biohybrid functionality, optimizing movement and task performance.
12: Bacterial motility: A study of bacterial motility, examining different movement types and their adaptation to biohybrids.
13: Microswimmer: Investigates the various design principles and capabilities of microswimmers and their applications.
14: Gliding motility: Looks into gliding motility in microorganisms and its potential application in nanorobotic systems.
15: Marine prokaryotes: Discusses marine prokaryotes and their adaptation to aquatic environments, influencing biohybrid design.
16: Protist locomotion: Covers the diverse locomotion strategies of protists, providing insights into biohybrid propulsion.
17: Chemotaxis: Examines chemotaxis, the process by which organisms navigate chemical gradients, key in biohybrid navigation.
18: Siderophore: Focuses on siderophores, molecules that bacteria use to acquire iron, aiding in biohybrid functionality.
19: Metin Sitti: A tribute to Dr. Metin Sitti's contributions to nanorobotics and biohybrids, shaping the field.
20: Flagellum: Examines the flagellum’s role in bacterial motility and its inspiration for efficient biohybrid propulsion.
21: Robotic sperm: Discusses the development of robotic sperm, pushing the boundaries of biohybrids and nanorobotics.
This book is essential for anyone with an interest in the convergence of biology and technology. Professionals, students, and hobbyists will gain valuable insights that extend far beyond theoretical knowledge, learning how these biohybrids can be applied across industries and environments. With its practical applications and cutting-edge research, "Biohybrid Microswimmer" is more than just a book—it's a gateway to the future of nanotechnology.
