A Lifetime of Catalytic Micro-/Nanomotors
Microscopic and nanoscopic motors, often referred to as micro-/nanomotors, are autonomous devices capable of converting chemical energy from their surroundings into mechanical motion or forces necessary for propulsion. These devices draw inspiration from natural biomolecular motor proteins, and in r...
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| description | Microscopic and nanoscopic motors, often referred to as micro-/nanomotors, are autonomous devices capable of converting chemical energy from their surroundings into mechanical motion or forces necessary for propulsion. These devices draw inspiration from natural biomolecular motor proteins, and in recent years, synthetic micro-/nanomotors have attracted significant attention. Among these, catalytic micro-/nanomotors have emerged as a prominent area of research. Despite considerable progress in their design and functionality, several obstacles remain, especially regarding the development of biocompatible materials and fuels, the integration of intelligent control systems, and the translation of these motors into practical applications. Thus, a comprehensive understanding of the current advancements in catalytic micro-/nanomotors is critical. This review aims to provide an in-depth overview of their fabrication techniques, propulsion mechanisms, key influencing factors, control methodologies, and potential applications. Furthermore, we examine their physical and hydrodynamic properties in fluidic environments to optimize propulsion efficiency. Lastly, we evaluate their biosafety and biocompatibility to facilitate their use in biological systems. The review also addresses key challenges and proposes potential solutions to advance their practical deployment. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-eb3cb1e9adbe421d910497d970a005962025-01-10T13:19:15ZengMDPI AGNanomaterials2079-49912024-12-011511310.3390/nano15010013A Lifetime of Catalytic Micro-/NanomotorsTao He0Yonghui Yang1Xuebo Chen2School of Electronic and Information Engineering, University of Science and Technology Liaoning, Anshan 114051, ChinaSchool of Electronic and Information Engineering, University of Science and Technology Liaoning, Anshan 114051, ChinaSchool of Electronic and Information Engineering, University of Science and Technology Liaoning, Anshan 114051, ChinaMicroscopic and nanoscopic motors, often referred to as micro-/nanomotors, are autonomous devices capable of converting chemical energy from their surroundings into mechanical motion or forces necessary for propulsion. These devices draw inspiration from natural biomolecular motor proteins, and in recent years, synthetic micro-/nanomotors have attracted significant attention. Among these, catalytic micro-/nanomotors have emerged as a prominent area of research. Despite considerable progress in their design and functionality, several obstacles remain, especially regarding the development of biocompatible materials and fuels, the integration of intelligent control systems, and the translation of these motors into practical applications. Thus, a comprehensive understanding of the current advancements in catalytic micro-/nanomotors is critical. This review aims to provide an in-depth overview of their fabrication techniques, propulsion mechanisms, key influencing factors, control methodologies, and potential applications. Furthermore, we examine their physical and hydrodynamic properties in fluidic environments to optimize propulsion efficiency. Lastly, we evaluate their biosafety and biocompatibility to facilitate their use in biological systems. The review also addresses key challenges and proposes potential solutions to advance their practical deployment.https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/15/1/13catalytic micro-/nanomotorspreparation modedriving mechanismcontrol strategyapplication |
| spellingShingle | Tao He Yonghui Yang Xuebo Chen A Lifetime of Catalytic Micro-/Nanomotors Nanomaterials catalytic micro-/nanomotors preparation mode driving mechanism control strategy application |
| title | A Lifetime of Catalytic Micro-/Nanomotors |
| title_full | A Lifetime of Catalytic Micro-/Nanomotors |
| title_fullStr | A Lifetime of Catalytic Micro-/Nanomotors |
| title_full_unstemmed | A Lifetime of Catalytic Micro-/Nanomotors |
| title_short | A Lifetime of Catalytic Micro-/Nanomotors |
| title_sort | lifetime of catalytic micro nanomotors |
| topic | catalytic micro-/nanomotors preparation mode driving mechanism control strategy application |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/15/1/13 |
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