Enhancing Microchip Performance Through Graphene Integration: A Comparative Analysis with Silicon

Wenyu Zhai

doi:10.54097/adz9h642

Authors

Wenyu Zhai

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/adz9h642

Keywords:

Graphene, Microchips, Electron Mobility, Thermal Conductivity.

Abstract

This paper explores the transformative potential of graphene for microchip technology, emphasizing its superior electrical and thermal properties compared to traditional silicon. Graphene, a two-dimensional material composed of a single layer of carbon atoms, boasts high electron mobility, exceptional thermal conductivity, and robust chemical stability, making it a promising candidate for next-generation microchip applications. This study provides a detailed examination of graphene's characteristics, including its electronic properties and thermal behavior, and discusses the implications of its ultra-high conductivity for microchip efficiency. The comparative analysis highlights the advantages of graphene over silicon in terms of conductivity, thermal properties, and stability, presenting a case for graphene's integration into microchip manufacturing. Despite current production challenges, such as the costliness of graphene synthesis methods like mechanical exfoliation and chemical vapor deposition, the paper argues for the future potential of graphene-based chips. This investigation not only underscores graphene’s capacity to lower threshold currents and enhance microchip efficiency but also addresses the ongoing need for technological advancements in heat dissipation as chip integration and power density increase.

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