What Are Boron Nitride Nanosheets?
The Next Generation Nanomaterial
Boron nitride nanosheets (BNNSs or white graphene) is a 2D material consisting of hexagonal arrays of boron and nitrogen atoms that can be an incredibly strong tensile reinforcement in other materials.
This form enables them to be many times stronger, more flexible, thermally conductive, heat resistant, and more durable than any metal or carbon fibre. In low concentrations, white graphene is transparent.
White graphene presents several additional and superior properties to black graphene (carbon) while matching its strength and functionality in material composites. Its distinct properties makes it attractive for various applications. Although white graphene and black graphene share a similar structure, black graphene – unlike white graphene – cannot withstand high temperatures, is toxic, inflexible, electrically conductive, and break down in oxidizing environments.
A brief history of boron nitride nanosheets
1. Joint Venture Research Agreement signed between Deakin University, PPK Group Ltd and BNNT Technology Pty Ltd – September 2019
The joint venture established a framework for commercialisation of production and application of boron nitride nanomaterials. Filing of core patent application for a method of manufacture of boron nitride nanosheets.
2. White Graphene Ltd founded – October 2020
Execution of exclusive IP licenses. Commencement of initial R&D program at Deakin to scale up the manufacture of white graphene.
3. First pilot line live – 2021 – 2022
Commencement of R&D at Deakin to develop commercial applications for white graphene, leading to pilot production line in May 2022.
4. Winner sustainability pitch competition – May 2023
Collaboration with Boeing to develop components for space exploration.
Boeing selects QLD startup to explore space sustainability
5. Top 50 Most Innovative Manufacturers – July 2023
Silver award in recognition of our commitment to innovation.
Australia’s 50 most innovative manufacturers revealed – Australian Manufacturing Forum
6. Scaling up – 2023 – 2024
We are on an exciting journey to better understand the amazing characteristics and benefits white graphene has when atomically integrated with base materials such as metals, alloys, glass, fibres, plastics and other (advanced) polymers. Scale up plant in development, allowing for large volumes of white graphene production.
Ongoing R&D programs in collaboration with universities and industries in different countries.
One material – endless possibilities
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