Revolutionizing Synthetic Diamond Production: Korean Researchers Develop New Process for Manufacturing Diamonds in Just 150 Minutes

Scientists in Korea have created a new process for manufacturing artificial diamonds, which is unique and innovative. Natural diamonds take billions of years to form, while synthetic diamonds require intense pressure for weeks. However, the new method can produce diamonds in just 150 minutes at a temperature of 1,025 degrees Celsius without requiring extreme pressure.

The research conducted by scientists at the Korean Institute of Basic Sciences and published in the journal Nature on April 24 highlights the potential of this new method. The team used liquid metals like gallium, iron, nickel, and silicon to reduce the pressure required to grow diamonds. By dissolving carbon into liquid metal and allowing carbon atoms from methane to penetrate the molten metal and act as diamond “seeds,” small pieces of diamond crystals protruded from the surface after just 15 minutes. After 150 minutes, a continuous diamond film was formed.

The team hopes to improve this process further and explore its potential in combination with other liquid metals for even better results. While the research is still in its early stages, it shows promise for revolutionizing synthetic diamond production by reducing pressure requirements and enhancing the process.