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March 04, 2016

New research unveils graphene 'moth eyes' to power future smart technologies
Surrey, UK (SPX) Mar 04, 2016
New research published in Science Advances has shown how graphene can be manipulated to create the most light-absorbent material for its weight, to date. This nanometre-thin material will enable future applications such as 'smart wallpaper' that could generate electricity from waste light or heat, and power a host of applications within the growing 'internet of things'. Using a technique known as nanotexturing, which involves growing graphene around a textured metallic surface, researchers from th ... read more

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