Graphene based CPU heatsink?

[Vulcanworlds]

No, I haven't found one if that was your first thought. But how's that idea sound?

According to http://news.ncsu.edu/releases/wms-kasichainula-cooling/ graphene/copper composites have better thermal conductivity properties than pure copper.

So after seeing heatsinks such as the Coolermaster TPC-812 (the vapor portion of the heatpipes is intriguing) in my quest for a new HSF I figured I'd see if anyone has heard of any graphene based heatsink.

I'd think a copper/graphene alloy for the plate and pure graphene fins would be a great combo (also pretty sexy if it was matte black/burgundy)

But the question really comes down to heat transfer from metal to air, so how is graphene in that regards?


all of this was sparked from seeing this:
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/ne..._more_efficient_graphene-based_cooling_method

 

[Arcygenical]

Also, how do you fuse graphene, and how fragile is it. I assume you can't solder it, so junction quality would have to be good, although it does appear to be malleable, depending on the preparation.

 

[Vulcanworlds]

I think you'd moreso pour a mold/cast of it? But I'm really no expert.

It would be sick if it could replace aluminum fins for radiators and such though, I believe it is lighter. It is stronger than steel as well.

 

[Kainzo]

http://www.wimp.com/thermalconductivity/
I so want a graphene heatsink!

 

[axiumone]

Wow that video is pretty awesome. I wonder if/when something like that will make it to the market.

 

[Tsumi]

I think heatpipes are more efficient still, but graphene fins instead of aluminum ones might definitely be better.

 

[buzzbomb]

Graphene - what can't it do?

 

[Tsumi]

Graphene - what can't it do?

Feed me.

 

[ggplay]

Graphene - what can't it do?

Apply its theoretical properties usefully in the real world