Discover RED: Good Vibrations
U of A physics professor Paul Thibado has been studying graphene since its discovery in 2004. A single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a honeycomb lattice structure, graphene exists in a state of constant motion. Thibado’s breakthrough discovery was that the energy it produces from this motion could be harvested and stored in tiny batteries. These batteries are ideal for sensors embedded in hard-to-access places, such as underground pipe systems or interior aircraft cable ducts. The power these batteries provide is clean and potentially limitless.
Discover RED is a new video series produced by University Relations and its Arkansas Research and Economic Development communications team that sheds light on the impactful research and economic development stories taking place at the U of A and how they are helping to build a better world. More of these stories will be shared throughout the year. You can find other news stories and podcasts by visiting arkansasresearch.uark.edu.
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Hardin Young, assistant director of research communications
University Relations
479-575-6850,
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