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 and surface reinforcement in other materials.
The molecular structure enables white graphene to be stronger, more flexible, thermally conductive, heat resistant, and more durable than any metal or carbon fibre. In low concentrations, white graphene is also 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 make 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 electrically conductive, and breaks down in oxidizing environments.
A brief history of boron nitride nanosheets
1. White Graphene Ltd founded – October 2020
Execution of exclusive IP licenses for methods to manufacture BNNS from Deakin University. Commencement of initial R&D program at Deakin to scale up the manufacture of white graphene.
2. First pilot line live – 2021 – 2022
Commencement of R&D at Deakin to develop commercial applications for white graphene and completion of pilot production line in May 2022.
3. Winner sustainability pitch competition – May 2023
Leading to collaboration with Boeing to develop components for space exploration and aviation.
Boeing selects QLD startup to explore space sustainability
4. 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 has been commissioned with support from the Trailblazer University program from the Federal Government. White graphene production has been increased to kilograms per day.
Ongoing R&D programs in collaboration with universities and industries in different countries.
One material – endless possibilities
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