Revolutionary UV Tape Simplifies Transfer of 2D Materials
A new UV-sensitive tape developed by Kyushu University and Nitto Denko enables easy, efficient transfer of graphene and other 2D materials to various substrates.
- Kyushu University and Nitto Denko's collaboration results in a UV tape that significantly simplifies the transfer process of 2D materials, including graphene, to diverse substrates.
- The UV tape's adhesion to materials like graphene decreases by about 10% after UV exposure, facilitating easy removal while leaving the material intact on the device substrate.
- This innovation promises to accelerate the commercialization of devices containing 2D materials by overcoming previous challenges related to material transfer.
- The tape also allows for the transfer of materials to flexible plastics, expanding potential applications in fields such as medical imaging and airport security.
- Researchers aim to expand the UV tape's size for manufacturer-scale use and improve its stability for longer attachment periods to 2D materials.
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