Abstract
We describe a means to produce thin layers of carbon, graphene multilayers, using laser etching followed by exfoliation. Complex macroscopic images can be produced in minutes. The laser need only mark the top-most layers of graphene for the image to become permanent down to the glass substrate. We use the technique to produce artwork for proof of principle results. With refinement the methodology should also enable patterning of novel graphene electronic and optoelectronic devices.
Highlights
In art, sketches are usually drawn using pencils containing graphite
We describe a means to produce thin layers of carbon, graphene multilayers, using laser etching followed by exfoliation
The reason for choosing to create art with this technique is to demonstrate the capability of the method, before approaching the level of enhancement that is required for graphene electronics [4], photonics [5] or metamaterial [6] design
Summary
Sketches are usually drawn using pencils containing graphite. the thoughts of an artist do not usually run parallel with ideas surrounding the fact that this familiar material has become extremely valuable in the technology sector. The laser need only mark the top-most layers of graphene for the image to become permanent down to the glass substrate. The material was transferred onto a substrate such as silicon or glass for examination of the number of layers using microscopy.
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