mallocusablesize
Mallocusable size is a term used in micro- and nanomanipulation to describe the largest dimension of an object that can be reliably manipulated by a mallocus-based mechanism under defined conditions. The term is a neologism introduced in discussions of active microassembly and contactless handling, where external fields, fluidic flows, or miniature robotic tools position small objects. The mallocusable size depends on the manipulation method, the properties of the surrounding medium, and the geometry of the object, and is typically reported for a specified success rate in controlled experiments.
Measurement and interpretation pan a central role. Mallocusable size is usually expressed in nanometers or micrometers
Applications and scope are broad within research and development. Understanding mallocusable size helps in designing microassembly
See also: optical tweezers, magnetic tweezers, dielectrophoresis, microrobotics, colloidal science.