A model is suggested that describes the observed dependences of the strength of laminated metal/graphene composites on the lateral size of graphene platelets. Within the model, these dependences are associated with the accumulation of dislocations at metal/graphene interfaces and dislocation pinning by the edges of graphene platelets. It is shown that the strength of laminated metal/graphene composites depends not only on graphene platelet dimensions and the orientation of the applied load but also on the specific energies of metal/graphene interfaces and lamella boundaries. This can enable one to control the strength of laminated metal/graphene composites by tuning their interface properties.
Original languageEnglish
Article number103888
JournalMechanics of Materials
Volume158
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jul 2021
Externally publishedYes

    Research areas

  • Composites, Dislocations, Graphene, Strengthening mechanisms

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