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How could graphene help remove heat from electronic circuits?
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Atomic force microscopy image of water structures that were trapped beneath a sheet of graphene one atom thick.
Graphene is considered a promising material for managing thermal energy in modern electronics because it possesses very high thermal conductivity. By integrating graphene into integrated circuits and other electronic devices, engineers can utilize its ability to efficiently conduct and dissipate heat, thereby helping to remove heat from these components during operation.1