VIDEO: Researchers can now 3D print graphene aerogels

03/03/2016 - 22:52


3D printing of a graphene aerogel with true 3D overhang structures is highlighted. The aerogel is fabricated by combining drop-on-demand 3D printing and freeze casting. The water-based GO ink is ejected and freeze-cast into designed 3D structures.

Ref: 3D Printing of Graphene Aerogels. Small (10 February 2016) | DOI: 10.1002/smll.201503524

ABSTRACT

3D printing of a graphene aerogel with true 3D overhang structures is highlighted. The aerogel is fabricated by combining drop-on-demand 3D printing and freeze casting. The water-based GO ink is ejected and freeze-cast into designed 3D structures. The lightweight (<10 mg cm−3) 3D printed graphene aerogel presents superelastic and high electrical conduction.