Advancements in External-Source-Induced Microfluidic Crystallization Techniques

This review explores recent advancements in microfluidic crystallization techniques utilizing energy from external sources on a small scale. We focus on four representative types of external sources: ultrasound, laser, microwave, and electric field, emphasizing their impact on crystal formation. This highlights the benefits of using external sources in crystallization, such as improved crystal quality, structure formation, and changes in physical properties. Providing a comprehensive overview of crystallization techniques employing external sources, the paper discusses the potential developments in the field of crystallization through the application of these external energy sources.