Graphite foam with high thermal conductivity and diffusivity conducts heat in all directions

Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratories have developed a graphitic carbon foam with exceptionally high thermal conductivity and efficient energy-transfer characteristics. This patented technology is being commercialized by Poco Graphite Inc (POCO) as PocoFoam. The overall thermal conductivity...

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Published in:MRS bulletin 2000-12, Vol.25 (12), p.10-11
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratories have developed a graphitic carbon foam with exceptionally high thermal conductivity and efficient energy-transfer characteristics. This patented technology is being commercialized by Poco Graphite Inc (POCO) as PocoFoam. The overall thermal conductivity of PocoFoam is comparable to metals such as copper or aluminum currently used in many thermal-management applications. Its density, however, is only approx6% that of Cu and approx20% that of Al. Contact: Lee Wiechmann, PocoFoam Group, POCO Graphite Inc, 1601 S. State Street, Decatur, Texas 76234, USA; tel 940/393-4462, fax 940 /398-8435, email: foam@poco.com, website: www.pocofoam.com.
ISSN:0883-7694