Electrospinning: Advancements in Nanotechnology for Reproductive Engineering

Electrospinning-This chapter introduces electrospinning, a technique vital for producing nanofibers that are essential in constructing artificial structures within robotic sperm applications

Alginic acid-Focuses on alginic acid's role in nanofiber formation, which contributes to the biocompatibility of robotic sperm materials

Sodium polyacrylate-Explores the polymer's potential in enhancing the structural integrity of nanofibers in robotic sperm systems

Carbon nanofiber-Discusses how carbonbased nanofibers are pivotal in strengthening the materials used in robotic sperm technologies

Nanofiber-Provides an indepth analysis of nanofibers' unique properties and their contribution to flexible, durable robotic structures

Nanofabrics-Examines the creation and use of nanofabrics, which are vital for the development of functionalized surfaces in robotic sperm

Biotextile-Explores the innovative use of biotextiles in mimicking biological systems for enhanced functionality in robotics

Nerve guidance conduit-This chapter highlights nerve guidance conduits and their relevance in creating robotic sperm capable of navigating complex biological systems

Polymer nanocomposite-Investigates polymer nanocomposites, their properties, and how they contribute to the efficiency and longevity of robotic sperm technologies

Spinneret (polymers)-Describes the spinneret’s function in polymerbased fiber production, a key component for the creation of robotic sperm components

Spinning (polymers)-Focuses on the polymer spinning process that allows for precise control in the creation of micro and nanostructures used in robotics

Nanoscaffold-Introduces nanoscaffolds as a crucial element in building intricate, bioinspired designs for robotic sperm functionality

Nanocellulose-Highlights the use of nanocellulose in producing ecofriendly, robust materials for use in robotic systems

Melt electrospinning-This chapter discusses the melt electrospinning process, an advanced technique in creating highperformance fibers for robotic sperm

Interfacial polymerization-Explores interfacial polymerization and its significance in producing custom materials used in robotic sperm technologies

Hollow fiber membrane-Describes the importance of hollow fiber membranes in creating efficient structures that mimic biological systems within robotic sperm

Melt blowing-Focuses on the meltblowing technique, used to create fibrous materials that enhance the operational capacity of robotic sperm

Alternating current electrospinning-Examines how alternating current electrospinning can improve fiber properties, contributing to the development of advanced robotic sperm systems

Hydrogel fiber-Discusses hydrogel fibers' role in increasing the flexibility and adaptability of robotic sperm structures

Medical textiles-Looks at the intersection of medical textiles and robotic sperm, focusing on applications in medical robotics and bioengineering

Rockcliffe St. J. Manley-Provides an overview of Rockcliffe St. J. Manley’s contributions to the development of advanced nanotechnologies for robotic sperm