Graphene oxide is a derivative of graphene, which is a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a two-dimensional honeycomb lattice. Graphene oxide is created by the oxidation of graphite, the same material used in pencil lead. The oxidation process introduces various functional groups, such as hydroxyl and epoxy groups, onto the graphene surface, resulting in a material with different properties compared to pure graphene. Graphene, while largely transparent can be seen with the naked eye even at one atom thick (0.345Nm).
Graphene possesses some exceptional characteristics, including:
Although Graphene has a myriad of features, its productions are relatively hard and expensive. However, At Athena Graphene, we prepare Graphene Oxide from the oxidation of Graphite that is comparatively cheaper and can be produced in abundance. Just as the name suggests, Graphene Oxide is the oxidised version of Graphene, which is laced with the groups containing oxygen. The substance is indispersible in water and other solvents as well. The product is sold in forms of powder, the coating on the substrates, or as dispersion material.
Graphene Oxide can be used in the preparation of several materials, including the productions of sports equipment, shoes, microphones, light bulbs, art, wearables, and the list goes on. At Athena Graphene, we deal in the production of Graphene Oxide, which is used in the preparation of eco-friendly infrastructures such as asphalt road surfaces that are more sustainable and durable as compared to the conventional methods of building the roads. Recently, Graphene Oxide has been in much demand for being used in the materials used in Space. The substance is environment-friendly. Graphene Oxide is used along with nanoporous membranes, which plays a significant role in the desalination of water, and acts as an excellent water filtrate. Also, the property of Graphene Oxide being able to remove the radioactive materials from contaminated water bodies. At Athena Graphene, we produce Graphene Oxide, which is then further used by the biomedical industries for the production of sanitary napkins. The Graphene Oxide in the sanitary napkins can aid the women from various difficulties including –fatigue, painful cramps of the abdomen (dysmenorrhea), metabolism, improves the immune system, has aromatic effects, reduces bacteria, and helps in moving the heat away from the core region.
However, it's important to note that while graphene oxide holds immense promise, it also presents challenges, such as maintaining consistent quality during production, ensuring proper dispersion, addressing potential toxicity concerns, and optimizing its properties for specific applications. Researchers continue to work on refining its synthesis, functionalization, and understanding its behavior to unlock its full potential across various domains.
Medical; DNA sequencing, Biosensors, Medicine, Drug delivery, Drug coating, Medical equipment.
Health; Hearing aids, Eye wear, Anti-bacterial products, Drug delivery, Skin care, Pregnancy tests.
Electronics; Batteries, LED displays, Computer processors, Flexible screens, Data memory.
Automobile; Oils, Waxes, Filters, Paints, Tyres, Anti-scratch coatings, Fuel catalysts.
Construction; Cement, Steel, Protective paints, Building materials, Solar panels, Coatings
Clothing & Textiles; Light-weight, Anti-bacterial, UV resistant, Fire retardant, Anti-odour, Waterproof.
Agriculture; Fertilisers, Equipment, Animal drug delivery, Anti-bacterial products, Veterinary products.
We specialise in the synthesis of nano-materials like Graphene Oxide and Reduced graphene by making use of comprehensive analytical abilities. Our R&D team have many years experience and expertise in the field of Nanotechnology. We focus on the production of Graphene Oxide that is environment-friendly and can be used in most industries. We conduct our business with the ultimate transparency and authenticity. We offer technical expertise and a high quality customer services.