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In addition, the capability to deterministically pattern graphene and graphite crumples in a spatially selective manner from otherwise flat graphene/graphite is achieved via infrared activation, which has not been previously possible with other methods such as relaxation of mechanically pre-strained elastomers, contraction of solvent swollen hydrogels, or thermal expansion mismatch between the surface film and substrate. 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