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New 2D carbon material is tougher than graphene and resists cracking


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Published in Science and Technology on Tuesday, February 18th 2025 at 16:42 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Researchers have found that a two-dimensional carbon material is tougher than graphene and resists cracking
  • even the strongest crack under pressure, a problem materials scientists have long been grappling with.

The article from MSN discusses a groundbreaking development in materials science where researchers have created a new two-dimensional carbon material that surpasses graphene in toughness and resistance to cracking. This new material, developed by scientists at the University of California, Berkeley, and published in the journal "Nature," features a unique structure with a combination of hexagonal and pentagonal carbon rings, unlike graphene's uniform hexagonal lattice. This structural variation allows the material to distribute stress more effectively, preventing the propagation of cracks. The discovery could have significant implications for various applications, including flexible electronics, protective coatings, and advanced composites, potentially revolutionizing industries that require materials with exceptional strength and durability.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/science/chemistry/new-2d-carbon-material-is-tougher-than-graphene-and-resists-cracking/ar-AA1zjjfy ]

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