Directional-Freezing-Assisted In Situ Sol–Gel Strategy to Synthesize High-Strength, Fire-Resistant, and Hydrophobic Wood-Based Composite Aerogels for Thermal Insulation

The undesirable inherent natural characteristics of wood, such as low mechanical strength, flammability, and hygroscopicity, limit its potential applications in the thermal insulation industry. Overcoming these disadvantages can greatly expand the application scope of wood. A new attempt at wood mod...

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Main Authors: Yan Hou, Junyong Chen, Defang Pan, Lu Zhao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-02-01
Series:Gels
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2310-2861/9/2/170