Copper-Graphene Composite (CGC) Conductors: Synthesis, Microstructure, and Electrical Performance

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Electrical Engineering

Background:

• Copper is the primary electrical conductor, crucial for technologies like electric vehicles and renewable energy.
• Enhancing copper's electrical performance is vital for technological advancement.
• Copper-graphene composites (CGC) emerge as a promising solution due to graphene's exceptional properties.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review recent advancements in copper-graphene composite (CGC) conductors.
• To explore the fabrication processes, electrical performance, and underlying mechanisms of CGC.
• To discuss the potential applications of CGC in various high-tech fields.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of recent research on copper-graphene composites.
• Analysis of fabrication techniques for CGC.
• Evaluation of electrical performance data and characterization studies.

Main Results:

• CGC exhibits enhanced electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, and mechanical strength compared to pure copper.
• Various fabrication methods influence the microstructure and properties of CGC.
• The interplay between copper and graphene significantly impacts the overall performance.

Conclusions:

• Copper-graphene composites represent a significant advancement in electrical conductor technology.
• CGC holds substantial promise for applications in electric vehicles, portable electronics, renewable energy, and power grids.
• Further research into fabrication and optimization can unlock the full potential of CGC conductors.