China has made a breakthrough in the electronic paper segment. According to Xinhua, Guangzhou OED Technologies has developed a new technology described as "the world's first graphene electronic paper". OED Technologies collaborated with a Chongqing-based company to create the electronic paper.

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In comparison to regular e-papers available currently, graphene e-paper is more capable of high-light transmission. This can result in better quality optical displays. This paper is also more flexible and shows more intensity.

Graphene has many characteristics which make it a suitable material for e-paper. It is strong yet is extremely lightweight. The material is also known to be a good conductor of electricity and heat.

E-paper is used in many modern electronic gadgets including smart devices and e-readers. It is more economical and efficient than liquid crystal displays. E-papers are generally more energy efficient, pliable and thinner.

Graphene based e-paper is likely to be more economical than traditional e-papers, which are made using a more expensive metal, indium. Graphene, on the other hand, is made from carbon, which is readily available and cheap.

The new graphene-based paper is expected to disrupt the sector as its cost efficiency, and higher utility factor will make it more amenable to be used in various devices. This may also help in rationalizing the manufacturing costs of new age screen-based gadgets.

Guangzhou OED Technologies is expected to start production of graphene e-paper within a year.

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