Mechanically strong, electrically conductive, and biocompatible graphene

Authors

Kerry J. Gilmore, University of WollongongFollow
Gordon G. Wallace, University of WollongongFollow
Haiqun Chen, University of Wollongong
Marc B. Muller, University of Wollongong
Dan Li, University of WollongongFollow

RIS ID

27108

Publication Details

Chen, H., Muller, M. B., Gilmore, K. J., Wallace, G. G. & Li, D. (2008). Mechanically strong, electrically conductive, and biocompatible graphene. Advanced Materials, 20 (18), 3557-3561.

Abstract

Ultrastrong, smooth, and shiny graphene paper with a layered structure (see figure) is prepared by vacuum filtration of a well-dispersed graphene dispersion. Moderate thermal annealing further enhances its mechanical properties and electrical conductivity. A combination of exceptional mechanical strength, thermal stability, high electrical conductivity, and biocompability makes this unique material promising for many technological applications.

Grant Number

ARC/FF0669110

Additional Grant Number

http://purl.org/au-research/grants/ARC/FF0669110