Table 1.
Average mixing index in channels containing different PVA nanofibre mats. Each mixing index was calculated for channels with a flow rate of 1 µL/min. Values shown are calculated as the average mixing index of at least three channels.
| Morphology | Mixing Index (inlet) | Standard Deviation | Mixing Index (outlet) | Standard Deviation | Difference from Control Outlet | Standard Deviation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Control: No Fibres | 0.8 | 0.17 | 0.71 | 0.12 | - | - |
| 3 mm 1 layer | 0.56 | 0.20 | 0.41 | 0.13 | 0.30 | 0.17 |
| 3 mm 2 layer | 0.53 | 0.07 | 0.36 | 0.09 | 0.35 | 0.15 |
| 5 mm 1 layer | 0.64 | 0.08 | 0.45 | 0.11 | 0.26 | 0.16 |
| 5 mm 2 layer | 0.45 | 0.08 | 0.29 | 0.09 | 0.42 | 0.15 |
| 10 mm 1 layer | 0.74 | 0.22 | 0.52 | 0.07 | 0.19 | 0.14 |
| 10 mm 2 layer | 0.57 | 0.21 | 0.32 | 0.06 | 0.39 | 0.13 |