Ciencias Exactas y Ciencias de la Salud
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- Design and integration of a Lab-on-a-chip device for water pollution monitoring in an autonomous underwater vehicle(Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, 2023) Naula Duchi, Edisson Andrés; Martínez López, José Israel; emimmayorquin; Chuck Hernández, Cristina Elizabeth; Gallo Villanueva, Roberto Carlos; School of Engineering and Sciences; Campus Monterrey; Garza Castañón, Luis EduardoConventional Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) for seabed research and marine life studies are often limited by their noise emissions and disruptive appearance, hindering the ability to conduct non-intrusive underwater exploration. Additionally, the increasing costs of fuel and environmental concerns necessitate the development of more eco-friendly AUV designs. This thesis addresses these challenges by proposing a novel biomimetic AUV design inspired by the anatomy and swimming mechanics of tuna and dolphins. The proposed design incorporates a flexible body structure and undulating pectoral fins, enabling quieter and more efficient underwater propulsion. To evaluate the feasibility of the design, a prototype was constructed and subjected to numerical simulations, demonstrating promising results in terms of maneuverability and hydrodynamic performance. Furthermore, the thesis explores the integration of microdevice technology into AUVs for enhanced pollution monitoring capabilities. Microdevices offer a versatile and efficient platform for real-time data collection and analysis of water quality and pollutant levels. The challenges associated with integrating microdevices into AUVs, such as energy limitations, volume constraints, and time constraints, are also discussed. In addition to AUV propulsion and microdevice integration, the thesis presents a novel mixing characterization methodology for microfluid devices based on particle tracking. This methodology provides an alternative to traditional mixing evaluation methods and is implemented in a free and open-source mobile application (MIQUOD) for Android devices. The application utilizes concentration field data and particle track data to evaluate various mixing parameters. Finally, the thesis explores Stereolithography (SLA) as a manufacturing technique for creating customized underwater Point-of-Care (PoC) devices. SLA enables the fabrication of intricate features, such as engraved identifiers, inlet/outlet connections, and embedded electromechanical components, optimizing the spatial distribution and functionality of underwater vehicle components. A case study involving the design and manufacture of an array of micromixing-enhanced nitrite assay sensors demonstrates the potential of SLA for manufacturing customized underwater PoC devices.