Graphene was first isolated in 2004 by Andre Geim and Konstantin Novoselov at The University of Manchester

What is Graphene?

Graphene is a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice, known for its exceptional strength, conductivity, and versatility in applications ranging from electronics to advanced materials.

It was first isolated in 2004 by Andre Geim and Konstantin Novoselov at The University of Manchester.

They used sticky tape to remove single layers from the surface of graphite and deposit them onto a silicon wafer. The isolation of graphene was a breakthrough and Geim and Novoselov ultimately won the 2010 Nobel Prize for Physics.

So what is so special about this nanomaterial and why is it unique? Pristine Graphene is a form of carbon and it’s no surprise it’s considered to be a “wonder material“.

Made of planar sheets which are an atom thick and arranged in a honeycomb-shaped lattice, it’s completely transparent and the thinnest and lightest materials known to science. It’s the best possible conductor of electricity, has outstanding thermal conductivity and is 100 times stronger than steel….

Enabling industry to realize the performance potential of graphene and related advanced materials.

High Electrical Conductivity

High Electrical Conductivity

Graphene exhibits excellent electrical conductivity. By enabling the movement of electrons, with minimal resistance, through a host material, graphene enables innovative possibilities in conductive applications.

Superior Mechanical Properties

Superior Mechanical Properties

Graphene is an extremely light material, having a planar density of 0.77 mg/m2. It also has the toughest and hardest crystal structure of all known materials.

Impermeability

Impermeability

Despite its thinness, graphene is impermeable to all gases and liquids, making it an effective barrier material.

Flexibility

Flexibility

It is extremely flexible and can be bent and folded without losing its properties.

Exceptional Thermal Conductivity

Exceptional Thermal Conductivity

Graphene is also an excellent conductor of heat, making it useful for applications requiring efficient heat dissipation.

Light Weight Nanomaterial

Light Weight Nanomaterial

A true nanomaterial capable of enhancing mechanical properties, leading to significant reductions in material usage and weight.

The Problem:
Conventional Gaphene is Expensive and Difficult to Use

Criteria for Wide-scale Graphene Adoption Limited by Current Graphene Market Dynamics
1High Quality
 Competitors produce 2D graphene with too many layers, defects and impurities, which have inferior commercial qualities
2Value Proposition
 Competitors use expensive production process with large amounts of chemical, energy, and water
3Multiple Morphologies
 Most Competitors supply 2d graphene “sheet” morphology products that are not pre-dispersed in a suitable matrix for east usage by endusers
4Ease of Use
 Competitors are limited to 2D graphene “sheet” morphology only
5Sustainability
 Competitors require large processing operations, effluent treatment, and post-processing – they predominantly use mined graphite, a finite resource, as a feedstock material