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Acoustic Radiation Force (Gor’kov Potential) & Microparticle Levitation Calculator

Easily calculate and compute acoustic radiation force (gor’kov potential) & microparticle levitation calculator with accurate equations, live formulas, and expert guidance.

Particle radius (e.g. 10 µm polystyrene bead or biological cell).

Air levitation frequency (typically 40 kHz); microfluidics ~2 MHz.

Pressure antinode amplitude.

Polystyrene ≈ 1050 kg/m³.

Calculated Result
17.5 pN

Radiation Force

Radiation Force

17.5 pN

Acoustic Radiation Force Pico Newtons

17.5

Gravitational Weight Pico Newtons

43.1

Acoustic Levitation Safety Ratio

0.4

Trapping Phenomenon

Insufficient acoustic energy to overcome gravity

17.5 — pN

Calculation Breakdown

  1. Applied FormulaCalculates the primary acoustic radiation force (in pN) and Gor’kov potential trapping microparticles and liquid droplets in ultrasonic standing wave levitation nodes.F_{\text{rad}} = -\frac{4}{3}\pi a^3 k E_{\text{ac}} \Phi

Acoustic Radiation Force Metric Output

Interactive visualization based on your current inputs

Calculated Value
0.04.48.81318Radiation Force

What Is the Acoustic Radiation Force (Gor’kov Potential) & Microparticle Levitation Calculator?

This tool computes acoustic radiation force (gor’kov potential) & microparticle levitation calculator with high precision arithmetic.

How Does the Acoustic Radiation Force (Gor’kov Potential) & Microparticle Levitation Calculator Work?

Calculates the primary acoustic radiation force (in pN) and Gor’kov potential trapping microparticles and liquid droplets in ultrasonic standing wave levitation nodes.

Acoustic Radiation Force (Gor’kov Potential) & Microparticle Levitation Calculator Formula & Variables

The core mathematical equation utilized by this calculator is expressed as:

F_{\text{rad}} = -\frac{4}{3}\pi a^3 k E_{\text{ac}} \Phi

Calculates the primary acoustic radiation force (in pN) and Gor’kov potential trapping microparticles and liquid droplets in ultrasonic standing wave levitation nodes.

How to Use the Acoustic Radiation Force (Gor’kov Potential) & Microparticle Levitation Calculator

  1. Enter your parameters into the designated input fields to calculate the result immediately.

Step-by-Step Example Calculation

Acoustic Radiation Force (Gor’kov Potential) & Microparticle Levitation Calculator Example

Input Values:

particleRadiusMicrons:10
acousticFrequencyKhz:40
acousticPressureAmplitudeKpa:1.8
particleDensityKgPerM3:1050
Worked Steps: Sample evaluation based on standard reference conditions.

Understanding Your Result

The calculated primary figure indicates the optimal or required pN.

Factors That Affect the Result

  • Measurement tolerances, operational variance, and real-world conditions.

When Should You Use This Calculator?

  • Everyday budgeting, technical homework, professional estimation, and household projects.

Assumptions & Limitations

  • Assumes standard atmospheric or environmental parameters unless specified.

Frequently Asked Questions

Calculation Accuracy & Reference Note

Double-precision IEEE 754 arithmetic with validated empirical constants.

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