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Graphene: An Outstanding Multifunctional Coating for Conventional Materials.

Lifang Tan¹, Chenxiao Wang¹, Mengqi Zeng¹

¹College of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430072, China.

Small (Weinheim an Der Bergstrasse, Germany)

|February 16, 2017

Summary

Researchers are functionalizing conventional materials with graphene (a 2D material) to create advanced "graphene-X" composites. This strategy enhances material functionality for future applications while preserving original properties.

Keywords:

conventional materials graphene multifunctional materials

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Nanotechnology
Surface Chemistry

Background:

Conventional materials lack advanced functionalities for future intelligent applications.
Surface functionalization offers a non-destructive method to enhance material properties.
Graphene's unique two-dimensional structure and properties make it an ideal candidate for material modification.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the concept of functionalizing conventional materials with graphene.
To demonstrate the enhanced properties of the resulting "graphene-X" materials.
To discuss the future prospects and challenges of graphene-based material functionalization.

Main Methods:

Reviewing existing research on graphene functionalization of conventional materials.
Illustrating representative examples of "graphene-X" materials.
Demonstrating the improved functions and properties achieved through graphene integration.

Main Results:

"Graphene-X" materials exhibit significantly enhanced functionalities compared to their conventional counterparts.
Graphene integration allows for tailored material properties without compromising original characteristics.
Various "graphene-X" composites show promise for diverse technological applications.

Conclusions:

Surface functionalization with graphene is a viable strategy to create advanced materials.
The "graphene-X" family offers a pathway to novel materials for intelligent and informational applications.
Further research is needed to address challenges and fully realize the potential of graphene-based materials.