Enhanced perspectives on silica aerogels: Novel synthesis methods and emerging engineering applications
Silica aerogels are renowned for their ultralight structure and superior insulative properties, sparking significant interest across a multitude of engineering fields. Developed over a century ago, these materials continue to be pivotal in advancing both academic and industrial applications due to t...
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| author | Ali Akbar Firoozi Ali Asghar Firoozi Ahmed A. El-Abbasy Khaled Aati |
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| description | Silica aerogels are renowned for their ultralight structure and superior insulative properties, sparking significant interest across a multitude of engineering fields. Developed over a century ago, these materials continue to be pivotal in advancing both academic and industrial applications due to their unparalleled thermal and acoustic insulation properties. This systematic review delves into the latest advancements in silica aerogel technology, particularly focusing on innovative synthesis techniques and novel applications that extend beyond the traditional scopes of use. We critically examine recent breakthroughs that enhance the mechanical strength and production scalability of aerogels, addressing their known limitations such as brittleness and manufacturing complexities. By integrating recent research findings with a comprehensive review of historical advancements, this paper highlights unique contributions to the field, sets forth new avenues for future research, and outlines the growing role of aerogels in sectors like sustainable construction, aerospace, and biomedical engineering. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-e9a464c774a141588c32046a62ec97792025-08-20T02:35:46ZengElsevierResults in Engineering2590-12302025-03-012510361510.1016/j.rineng.2024.103615Enhanced perspectives on silica aerogels: Novel synthesis methods and emerging engineering applicationsAli Akbar Firoozi0Ali Asghar Firoozi1Ahmed A. El-Abbasy2Khaled Aati3Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering & Technology, University of Botswana, Gaborone, Botswana; Corresponding authors.Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, National University of Malaysia (UKM), Selangor, MalaysiaCivil and Architectural Engineering Department, College of Engineering and Computer Sciences, Jazan University, P.O Box 706, Jazan 45142, Saudi Arabia; Corresponding authors.Civil and Architectural Engineering Department, College of Engineering and Computer Sciences, Jazan University, P.O Box 706, Jazan 45142, Saudi ArabiaSilica aerogels are renowned for their ultralight structure and superior insulative properties, sparking significant interest across a multitude of engineering fields. Developed over a century ago, these materials continue to be pivotal in advancing both academic and industrial applications due to their unparalleled thermal and acoustic insulation properties. This systematic review delves into the latest advancements in silica aerogel technology, particularly focusing on innovative synthesis techniques and novel applications that extend beyond the traditional scopes of use. We critically examine recent breakthroughs that enhance the mechanical strength and production scalability of aerogels, addressing their known limitations such as brittleness and manufacturing complexities. By integrating recent research findings with a comprehensive review of historical advancements, this paper highlights unique contributions to the field, sets forth new avenues for future research, and outlines the growing role of aerogels in sectors like sustainable construction, aerospace, and biomedical engineering.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123024018589Silica aerogelsInnovative synthesisEngineering applicationsMechanical strength enhancementScalable productionSustainable technology |
| spellingShingle | Ali Akbar Firoozi Ali Asghar Firoozi Ahmed A. El-Abbasy Khaled Aati Enhanced perspectives on silica aerogels: Novel synthesis methods and emerging engineering applications Results in Engineering Silica aerogels Innovative synthesis Engineering applications Mechanical strength enhancement Scalable production Sustainable technology |
| title | Enhanced perspectives on silica aerogels: Novel synthesis methods and emerging engineering applications |
| title_full | Enhanced perspectives on silica aerogels: Novel synthesis methods and emerging engineering applications |
| title_fullStr | Enhanced perspectives on silica aerogels: Novel synthesis methods and emerging engineering applications |
| title_full_unstemmed | Enhanced perspectives on silica aerogels: Novel synthesis methods and emerging engineering applications |
| title_short | Enhanced perspectives on silica aerogels: Novel synthesis methods and emerging engineering applications |
| title_sort | enhanced perspectives on silica aerogels novel synthesis methods and emerging engineering applications |
| topic | Silica aerogels Innovative synthesis Engineering applications Mechanical strength enhancement Scalable production Sustainable technology |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123024018589 |
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