The University of Cambridge is undertaking new research into the potential industrial applications of the 'wonder material' graphene and plans to open a £25 million dedicated research facility at the end of the year.
Graphene is a one-atom thick layer of graphite with its atoms arranged in a regular hexagonal pattern. It is exceptionally strong and flexible, enables electrons to flow faster than silicon and functions as a transparent conductor. The material is also extremely lightweight. A one square meter sheet weighs only 0.77 milligrams. The material has the potential…
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