Columbia Engineers Revolutionize Graphene Production with Oxygen-Free Technique, Paving Way for Technological Breakthroughs
June 3, 2024Engineers from Columbia University have developed a groundbreaking method for producing graphene.
This new method involves an oxygen-free chemical vapor deposition (OF-CVD) technique.
By eliminating oxygen from the growth process, researchers have achieved high-quality synthesis of graphene.
The innovation enables the reliable production of large graphene sheets up to meters in size, with enhanced purity and reproducibility.
Published in Nature, this research marks a significant milestone in graphene production.
The ability to control oxygen levels during synthesis accelerates growth and ensures consistent quality.
This advancement offers promising implications for various industries.
The team aims to further develop methods for transferring graphene to different substrates to fully harness its transformative potential in technology and science.
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