Harnessing the Propulsive Force of Microalgae with Microtrap to Drive Micromachines (Small 44/2024)

Micromachines Micromachines powered by Chlamydomonas reinhardtii in motion. The trapping structure on the micromachine captures microalgae while allowing them to remain active. The circular micromachine shows controlled rotational motion, while the scooter-like micromachine demonstrates complex, random-like movements, including yaw, pitch, and roll. These dynamic behaviors illustrate the potential for versatile applications in micro-scale environments. More in article number 2402923, Shoji Takeuchi and co-workers.