CVD graphene with high electrical conductivity: Empowering applications

Abstract Graphene is an extraordinary material boasting a unique structure, enthralling properties, and promising application vistas. Particularly, the remarkable electrical conductivity of graphene confers it with an inimitable superiority in multiple fields. Endeavors have been continuously made to progressively elevate the conductivity of graphene materials that are synthesized using chemical vapor deposition (CVD), the primary means to prepare high-quality graphene in batches. From this perspective, we offer a comprehensive analysis and discussions on the growth, transfer, and post-treatment strategies evolved towards highly conductive graphene over the past five years. Large-area graphene films, ranging from monolayer to multilayer ones, are initially addressed, succeeded by graphene-based composites which enable traditional metals and non-metal materials to showcase novel or enhanced electrical performances. Eventually, an outlook for future directions to achieve higher electrical conductivity and to develop novel applications for CVD graphene materials is provided.