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:
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 insulation system comprising: a primary shell; a secondary shell positioned to cover at least a portion of the primary shell; a cryogenic fluid contained by the primary shell and at least one load-bearing primary insulation component disposed between the secondary shell and the primary shell. Optionally an intermediary shell is placed between the primary shell and the secondary shell along with a secondary insulation component resulting in a shell/ insulation /shell / insulation/shell arrangement. In either arrangement, the primary, secondary or both insulation components comprise a material with a nanoporous aerogel optionally reinforced with a fibrous element.
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.
Abstract:
Embodiments of the present invention describe a structure comprising at least one fiber-reinforced aerogel layer and at least one binder layer, said binder layer comprising a silicon-containing organic material and where the binder layer is bonded to at least one surface of a fiber-reinforced aerogel layer.
Abstract:
An insulating structure comprising an aerogel composite fully enclosed by an envelope and sealed at a reduced pressure, said aerogel composite comprising at least one metal oxide matrix and a fibrous material incorporated therein, and where said insulating structure can bend at least 90° and a bending radius of less than ½ inch without any substantial fracture.
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.
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.
Abstract:
The invention provides reinforced aerogel monoliths as well as fiber reinforced composites thereof for a variety of uses. Compositions and method s of preparing the monoliths and composites are also provided.