Secondary Flow Mixing in Zig-zag Micro Channels

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The continuous change of flow direction in zig-zag channels can induce secondary flow patterns at sufficiently high Re, which besides diffusion can act as a mixing mechanism. By means of recirculation patterns, material is transported transverse to the flow direction and improves the mixing. 

1 Mixer 67 [M 67] Y-type Micro Mixer with Zig-zag or Straight Channel 

Mixer type Y-type micro mixer with a zig-zag or straight channel Zig-zag channels (periodic step 1, 2, 4,8) effective length 2828 pm 

Mixer material PET Reference case A (straight channel) width, length 141 pm, 2000 pm 

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