Enhanced thermal conductivity of epoxy-graphene composites by using non-oxidized graphene flakes with non-covalent functionalization.

Song, Sung Ho; Park, Kwang Hyun; Kim, Bo Hyun; Choi, Yong Won; Jun, Gwang Hoon; Lee, Dong Ju; Kong, Byung-Seon; Paik, Kyung-Wook et al. · Adv Mater · 2013

basic_science · Level V

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Abstract

Homogeneous distribution of graphene flakes in a polymer matrix, still preserving intrinsic material properties, is key to successful composite applications. A novel approach is presented to disperse non-oxidized graphene flakes with non-covalent functionalization of 1-pyrenebutyric acid and to fabricate nanocomposites with outstanding thermal conductivity (∼1.53 W/mK) and mechanical properties (∼1.03 GPa).

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