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2DM Applications


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Graphene is one of the world's most interesting and versatile materials, and is now joined by other related 2D materials to push innovation even further. 

Graphene is the world's first two-dimensional material, a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice, it has a set of unique and outstanding properties. As well as being the thinnest, strongest and lightest known material, graphene is flexible, impermeable to molecules and extremely electrically and thermally conductive.

However, as the world strives to maintain its pace of innovation, graphene has been joined by other related 2D materials (2DM) all of which have much to offer.

These 2D materials are helping to facilitate the next generation of technology: from 5G telecommunications, to flexible mobile screens and casings. They often have excellent sensing ability which will enhance the next generation of wearable electronics and drive the internet of things.

2DM also have a unique combination of properties coupled with ease of incorporation into composite materials enable advances in the composite world. 2DM also expand the realm of possibility within the biomedical sector, paving the way for targeted drug delivery and biosensors.

2DM Application Areas

Photonics & Optoelectronics


The properties of graphene and related 2D materials make them ideal for next-generation optoelectronics and optical communications systems.

Sensors


Graphene and related 2D material sensors can be used in a variety of different ways; from chemical based gas, pH and environment contamination sensors, through to pressure and strain sensors.

Biomedical Technology


Graphene and other 2D materials are expanding the realm of possibility within the biomedical sector, paving the way for targeted drug delivery and biosensors.

Aeronautics & Space


The properties of graphene and related 2D materials make them ideal for a myriad of applications in aircrafts, aeronautics, and human space exploration.

Electronics


Graphene and related 2D materials are enabling the next generation of technology from chips and interconnects for 5G data communication to flexible screens for wearable technology.

Energy


Graphene and related 2D materials are driving advances in solar cells, batteries, super capacitors, hydrogen storage and fuel cells, and enabling sustainable cities.

Water Filtration


Graphene and related 2D material-enabled water filters help remove contaminants, pesticides, heavy metals and dangerous pathogens, forging a new stream of water purification efforts and initiatives. 

Automotive


Graphene Flagship’s innovations in automotive technology accelerate green mobility by examining how graphene and related 2D materials, with their valuable properties, can address key challenges in the automotive sector, such as fuel efficiency, recycling and environmental impact.

Flexibles & Wearables


Health tracking devices, environmental sensors, durable e-textiles and flexible power sources are all developed with graphene and other 2D materials to surpass state-of-the-art.

Composites & Coatings


Composites using graphene and related 2D materials can provide performance improvements and enhancements to a range of applications.

Video thumbnail: Graphene Pavilion Tour

2DM Pavilion

Learn about graphene and other related 2DM and their various uses in applications ranging from aircraft overhead to cars on the road, and even underground.

2DM properties can make materials stronger, lighter, flexible and even electrically conductive. That opens many possibilities for new and improved technologies.