China pioneered "alkeny alloy" by ball milling and powder metallurgy

The long-standing stagnation in international graphene research has finally seen a breakthrough. A team of young researchers from AVIC Aviation Materials has pioneered the development of a novel material called "alkenyloy" within the field of graphene science. This groundbreaking innovation not only introduces a new class of high-performance alloys but also positions China as a leading force in the cutting-edge and applied research of graphene. The term "alkeny alloy" marks a significant milestone in the history of material technology, representing a major leap forward in the field. Graphene nanosheets are two-dimensional materials composed of single layers of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice. These materials exhibit remarkable physical properties, including exceptional strength, electrical conductivity, and thermal conductivity. In 2004, Novoselov and his team successfully isolated graphene using the mechanical exfoliation method, paving the way for extensive research. Since then, graphene has become a focal point in physics, chemistry, and materials science due to its unique structure and potential applications. To accelerate graphene’s transition from lab to industry, the European Union launched the Graphene Flagship project in 2012, while the U.S. has also invested heavily in its development. Significant progress has been made in areas such as supercapacitors and electronic devices, demonstrating the material's vast potential. As an ideal composite filler, graphene has attracted attention for its ability to enhance the mechanical properties of various materials. Researchers have explored its use in polymer and ceramic composites. However, integrating it into metallic systems remains a challenge. The young scientists at the Aviation Materials Institute took on this challenge and successfully developed graphene-reinforced aluminum-based nanocomposites, dubbed "Aluminum-Based Alloys." This is the first time that graphene nanosheets have been used to improve both the strength and plasticity of a metal matrix. Using optical microscopy (OM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM), the team characterized the microstructure of the alloy and tested its mechanical performance. Results showed that the graphene nanosheets were uniformly dispersed within the aluminum matrix, forming strong interfacial bonding without undergoing chemical reactions. At a graphene content of 0.3%, the yield and tensile strengths of the alloy reached 322 MPa and 455 MPa, respectively—increasing by 58% and 25% compared to the base alloy. Importantly, the elongation remained unchanged, proving the material's excellent ductility. The successful creation of the alkeny alloy marks the birth of a new generation of advanced materials with extraordinary properties. It fills a critical gap in materials science and opens up new possibilities for future research. Currently, the young researchers at the Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics are continuing their exploration, delving deeper into the toughening mechanisms of graphene nanosheets and expanding the frontiers of this exciting field.

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