Recent progress in magnetic applications for micro- and nanorobots

[摘要] In recent years, magnetic micro- and nanorobots have been developed and extensively used in many fields. Actuated by magneticfields, micro- and nanorobots can achieve controllable motion, targeted transportation of cargo, and energy transmission. Theproper use of magnetic fields is essential for the further research and development of micro- and nanorobotics. In this article, recentprogress in magnetic applications in the field of micro- and nanorobots is reviewed. First, the achievements of manufacturingmicro- and nanorobots by incorporating different magnetic nanoparticles, such as diamagnetic, paramagnetic, and ferromagneticmaterials, are discussed in detail, highlighting the importance of a rational use of magnetic materials. Then the innovative breakthroughs of using different magnetoelectric devices and magnetic drive structures to improve the micro- and nanorobots arereviewed. Finally, based on the biofriendliness and the precise and stable performance of magnetic micro- and nanorobots in microbial environments, some future challenges are outlined, and the prospects of magnetic applications for micro- and nanorobots arepresented.

[学科分类] 环境监测和分析

[关键词] magnetic drives;magnetic nanoparticles;magnetoelectric devices;micro- and nanorobots