Scientists have applied a novel method - in situ liquid phase transmission electron microscopy (LP-TEM) synthesis - allowing a closer look at the molecular and nanoscale processes that govern how metals mix into alloyed nanoparticle during wet chemical synthesis.
In order to exploit the remarkable mechanical properties of graphene for practical applications, nanoscale graphene sheets need to be assembled into much larger, macroscopic structures. However, there are two pivotal issues that make this task challenging: One is the inherently misaligned and wrinkled structure of graphene platelets; another is the weak interfacial interaction among graphene platelets. Both these problems greatly degrade the properties of macroscopic graphene assemblies ...
Scientists establish phase-shift interferometry as a robust tool for rapid characterization of graphene surface with potential for industrial applications.
