Generation of a Laser induced Shock Wave using Optical Fiber and its Application for DDS

Abstract

This paper describes the fundamental investigations for development of the microcapsules in Drug Delivery Systems (DDS) by Shock Waves. The purpose of this research is to generate a strong shock wave, which can disintegrate the microcapsule can be efficiently, using an optical fiber and a piezo-electric element. It is found that the configuration of fiber end influences the shock wave propagation from the computational result.