Introducing Graphene Into the Nuclear Industry

Abstract

Graphene is the wonder-material of the 21st century. Characterized by its extreme impermeability, effective use as a conductor of both heat and electricity, as well as being 200x stronger than steel while only being one-sixth of its weight. This study will take into perspective the implementation of graphene filter technologies within the Canadian nuclear industry and how it can be used to advance nuclear technology through reduced cost and environmental footprints. This study has worked to identify the possibilities of implementing Graphene material into the CANDU nuclear industry, focusing specifically on its use as a filter medium for the efficient development of heavy water and tritium decontamination. Presented data is based on open scientific and technical literature made available since the discovery of graphene in 2004.