Abstract:
The present disclosure relates to materials and systems to manage thermal runaway issues in battery modules. In exemplary embodiments, a battery module includes battery cells separated by spacer elements. To mitigate thermal runaway issues, spacer elements may be extended to the interior surface of the enclosure. A seal is formed between the spacer elements and the interior wall to form a thermal barrier between adjacent battery cells.
Abstract:
The current disclosure provides reinforced aerogel compositions that are durable and easy to handle, have favorable performance in aqueous environments, have favorable insulation properties, and have favorable, reaction to fire, combustion and flame-resistance properties. Also provided are methods of preparing or manufacturing such reinforced aerogel compositions. In certain embodiments, the composition has a silica-based aerogel framework, reinforced with an open-cell macroporous framework, and includes one or more fire-class additives, where the silica-based aerogel framework comprises at least one hydrophobic bound silicon and the composition or each of its components has desired properties.
Abstract:
Embodiments of the present invention describe hybrid organic-inorganic aerogel materials wherein a variety of organic components are incorporated into the aerogel. Methods provided herein allow functionalization and or reinforcement of aerogels starting with urea or urethane formation reactions, gelation with inorganic precursors and subsequent drying thereof.
Abstract:
Many types of aerogel materials may be coated with polyorganosiloxane based coating compositions. Several such compositions, coating methods and additional ingredients are described. Such coatings add strength and increase the ability to use such aerogel materials in rugged environments. Various compositions include polyorganosiloxane components, crosslinkers, catalsysts, optional fillers and other compounds.
Abstract:
The present invention describes thermal management systems for high temperature events comprising: an insulating layer having opposing front face and back face, and comprising at least one layer of fiber- reinforced aerogel, said insulating layer disposed about and conforming to a surface to be insulated.
Abstract:
Embodiments of the present invention describe a roofing component comprising: asphalt, cellulose, stone, thermoset polymer, thermoplastic polymer, metal, ceramic, concrete or a combination thereof; and an aerogel material. Said aerogel material is integral or a distinct separate layer in relation to the component.
Abstract:
The present disclosure describes aerogel composites comprising organic-inorganic hybrid aerogel particulates and binders, in particular systems with aerogel and binders covalently bonded along with methods for preparing the same. Said composites can be formed into articles having complex geometries.
Abstract:
Embodiments of the present invention describe an insulated electronic device comprising a heat generating component at least partially covered with at least one layer of a fiber reinforced aerogel composite. Furthermore, methods for insulating electronic devices such as, but not limited to, various fuel cells are described. The present invention also describes different ways of insulating fuel cell components thereby providing methods and devices for thermal management of fuel cell and similar devices.
Abstract:
The present invention describes thermal management systems for high temperature events comprising: an insulating layer having opposing front face and back face, and comprising at least one layer of fiber- reinforced aerogel, said insulating layer disposed about and conforming to a surface to be insulated.
Abstract:
The invention provides reinforced aerogel monoliths as well as fiber reinforced composites thereof for a variety of uses. Compositions and methods of preparing the monoliths and composites are also provided.