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Enhanced mechanical properties of graphene/copper nanocomposites using a molecular-level mixing process
Jaewon Hwang1, Taeshik Yoon, Sung Hwan Jin
1Department of Materials Science and Engineering, KAIST, Graphene Research Center(GRC), KAIST Institute for the NanoCentury, 291 Daehak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, 305-701, Republic of Korea.
Abstract:
RGO flakes are homogeneously dispersed in a Cu matrix through a molecular-level mixing process. This novel fabrication process prevents the agglomeration of the RGO and enhances adhesion between the RGO and the Cu. The yield strength of the 2.5 vol% RGO/Cu nanocomposite is 1.8 times higher than that of pure Cu. The strengthening mechanism of the RGO is investigated by a double cantilever beam test using the graphene/Cu model structure.
