Interface Engineering and Stability of Graphene-Based Devices

In this chapter, a complete description of the bulk characteristics of graphene as well as why the interface engineering plays an essential role in improving its characteristics in various applications is presented.The chapter starts with the description of unusually high electronic, mechanical, and thermal properties of graphene, and then differentiates among multiple representations and types of graphene, such monolayer, bilayer, graphene oxide (GO), and reduced graphene oxide (rGO).Common interface types: metal-graphene, dielectric-graphene, and polymer-graphene are studies with special focus on their effects on device behavior.The chapter discusses more complex interface engineering methods to maximize interfacial contact, carrier transport and material compatibility.The stability of graphene-metal and graphene-dielectric interfaces, and functional integration of graphene with polymers and organic materials are the detailed areas.Applications that are emerging as important where control of the interface is desirable include energy storage and conversion devices, graphene-based quantum systems and integration with CMOS technology.With the introduction of theoretical understanding and practical knowledge, this chapter will be a resourceful piece of work to both researchers and engineers who could tailor their interests to maximize the use of graphene in the next generation technologies.

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