Bacteria-based multifunctional microrobot

Multifunctional Microrobot Integrated with Liquid Crystal Droplets and Bacteria

This technology describes a bacteria-based multifunctional microrobot that moves via self-propulsion, achieved by self-assembling bacteria and target substances onto micro liquid crystal droplets containing phase defects.

Conventional microrobots had limited functionality due to complex manufacturing processes and limitations in precise actuation control.

This technology combines antibody-antigen reaction-based adhesive microparticles with self-propelling bacteria, enabling highly reliable functions such as drug detection and release even in unstructured environments.

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Key Features:

• Micro liquid crystal droplets with phase defects
• Antibody-antigen reaction-based self-assembled adhesive microparticles
• Integration of self-propelling bacteria
• Drug detection and release function in unstructured environments