Leaf venation, as a resistor, to optimize a switchable IR absorber

Abstract

Leaf vascular patterns are the mechanisms and mechanical support for the transportation of fluidics for photosynthesis and leaf development properties. Vascular hierarchical networks in leaves have far-reaching functions in optimal transport efficiency of functional fluidics. Embedding leaf morphogenesis as a resistor network is significant in the optimization of a translucent thermally functional material. This will enable regulation through pressure equalization by diminishing flow pressure variation. This paper investigates nature’s vasculature networks that exhibit hierarchical branching scaling applied to microfluidics. To enable optimum potential for pressure drop regulation by algorithm design. This code analysis of circuit conduit optimization for transport fluidic flow resistance is validated against CFD simulation, within a closed loop network. The paper will propose this self-optimization, characterization by resistance seeking targeting to determine a microfluidic network as a resistor. To advance a thermally function material as a switchable IR absorber.

The Plant Leaf: A Biomimetic Resource for Multifunctional and Economic Design

“…Theoretical studies as well as analyses of artificial systems based on leaf venation patterns were conducted in this respect [ 179 , 185 , 186 , 187 , 188 ]. Often, the application potential focuses on microfluidic systems [ 189 , 190 ] and heat exchanger systems [ 2 , 191 ]. Additionally, the venation of leaves inspired design studies for fuel cells to enhance performance [ 192 , 193 ].…”

Murray’s law for discrete and continuum models of biological networks

“…It is also a powerful biomimetics design tool in engineering and has been applied in the design of microfluidic devices, self-healing materials, batteries, photocatalysts, and gas sensors; see, e.g., Refs. [3,5,19,21].…”