Difference between revisions of "Pyrogel"

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[[File:Aerogel Supedium.jpg|thumb|Silica Aerogel<br> Supedium [https://supedium.com/our-universe-space/the-incredible-aerogel/ Incredible Aerogel]]]
 
[[File:Aerogel Supedium.jpg|thumb|Silica Aerogel<br> Supedium [https://supedium.com/our-universe-space/the-incredible-aerogel/ Incredible Aerogel]]]
 
==Description==   
 
==Description==   
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Any synthetic, open-celled solid foam that is composed of a network of interconnected nanostructures.  Aerogels are derived from gels in which the liquid has been replaced with gas while retaining the structure of the solid framework.  The first document example of an aerogel was created the Samuel Kistler in 1931 with a silica gel (patented 1937). Kistler later made aerogels with alumina, chromia and tin dioxide., The unique properties of aerogels are due to its high surface area and open porous structure that provides extremely low density, thermal conductivity, and sound conductivity.  Although they may feel fragile to the touch, they have strong structural integrity.  They  have been used in solar cells, fuel cells, batteries, supercapacitors as well as more mundane things, such as paints, cosmetics, coats, rugs, pipes, spill-clean-up kits and insulation. Of particular interest for museums is its usefulness in fire protection blankets (Praestegaard 2023).
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A flexible [[aerogel]] blanket insulation provides exceptional passive fire protection and superior thermal performance in an easy to install, lightweight format.  
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== Synonyms and Related Terms ==
 
== Synonyms and Related Terms ==
  
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==Risks==
 
==Risks==
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==Physical and Chemical Properties==
 
==Physical and Chemical Properties==
 
* Can withstand temperatures up to 1200C
 
* Can withstand temperatures up to 1200C
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==Resources and Citations==
 
==Resources and Citations==
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* Aspen Aerogels: [https://www.aerogel.com/applications/passive-fire-protection/ Pyrogel]
 
* Praestegaard L., G. Sorig Thomsen, K. Woer 'Before the Fire: Experiments on Fire-Protecting Cover Materials', Studies in Conservation, Vol. 68 (1), pp. 1-8, 2023.
 
* Praestegaard L., G. Sorig Thomsen, K. Woer 'Before the Fire: Experiments on Fire-Protecting Cover Materials', Studies in Conservation, Vol. 68 (1), pp. 1-8, 2023.
 
* Skanacid A/S: www.skanacid.dk
 
* Skanacid A/S: www.skanacid.dk

Revision as of 12:45, 7 July 2023

Silica Aerogel
Supedium Incredible Aerogel

Description

A flexible Aerogel blanket insulation provides exceptional passive fire protection and superior thermal performance in an easy to install, lightweight format.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Applications

  • Fire protection
  • Thermal and sound insulation
  • Thickener

Risks

Physical and Chemical Properties

  • Can withstand temperatures up to 1200C
  • Very lightweight

Working Properties

  • Cannot be fashioned into shaped covers inhouse; must be sewn to measurement by the factory
  • Constructed 3-layer mat is very heavy, dense and hard to fold

Resources and Citations

  • Aspen Aerogels: Pyrogel
  • Praestegaard L., G. Sorig Thomsen, K. Woer 'Before the Fire: Experiments on Fire-Protecting Cover Materials', Studies in Conservation, Vol. 68 (1), pp. 1-8, 2023.
  • Skanacid A/S: www.skanacid.dk
  • Aerogel: What is Aeogel?

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