Graphene : Properties and uses
- 11. Heating of silicon carbide Silicon rising as fumes Remaining carbon atoms join to form a layer of graphene Epitaxial growth in silicon carbide High cost High Quality Low yield
- 12. Unzipping of carbon nanotubes High Yield High costs Still under research
- 13. Chemical Vapor Deposition High cost High quality
- 14. Micromechanical Exfoliation High cost Very High quality Very Low yield
- 15. Liquid Phase Exfoliation Low Yield Low cost Moderate quality
- 16. Reduction of Graphene Oxide Low cost Low purity
- 19. In electronics Solar cells Ultra thin mobile phones and monitors Compact yet with higher capacity Smaller, High performance transistors
- 20. In Medicine
- 21. In Purification
- 22. Sensors Graphene sensors Graphene is an ideal material for sensors. Every atom in graphene is exposed to its environment allowing it to sense changes in its surroundings. Defence The extreme sensitivity of graphene-based sensors could also be tuned to chemical warfare agents and explosives. This could allow for early warning detection systems for soldiers in the field potentially saving lives.
- 23. The high structural strength of graphene makes it an ideal material to use for manufacturing of composite materials like aircrafts, body armor, vehicles etc. In Composite Materials
- 25. Roll to Roll Method This method was developed in 2011 by Prof. Shou- En Zhou. He devised a whole new method for production of Graphene using materials like Argon, Methane a Copper plate and a furnace which can reach temperatures of 1000˚C. This method has overcome three of the most pressing issues ADVANTAGES •Low cost •Less Production Time •High Quality •High Scalability