In situ characterisation of graphene growth on liquid copper-gallium alloys: Paving the path for cost-effective synthesis

Operando Characterization and Molecular Simulations Reveal the Growth Kinetics of Graphene on Liquid Copper During Chemical Vapor Deposition

“…Due to its wide application, we have chosen Cu as a model liquid metal catalyst. However, it is worth mentioning that in the last years, many other liquid catalysts, such as Ag, Cu–Sn, Cu–Zn, Cu–Ga, etc., have been shown as promising alternatives. These substrates benefit from relatively low melting point temperatures and other intriguing properties, such as a low binding force that minimizes wrinkle formation in the case of liquid Ag.…”