journal article·2026-08

A hierarchical laser-induced graphene-liquid metal composite thermal interface material: Interfacial diffusion and bulk percolation for ultralow thermal resistance

Shiyi Xie, Zhongkun Liao, Linxi Zhang, Kaihao Zhang

Carbon· Volume 259
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