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  • Nanotechnology
  • Polymer Chemistry

Background:

  • Interconnectivity in three-dimensional networks (3DNs) is crucial for stress transfer in materials like hydrogels, aerogels, and composites.
  • Current 3DN materials often rely on weak intermolecular interactions and rigid, rod-like components, limiting cohesive energy and mechanical properties.
  • Nature utilizes branched components in biological gels for efficient network formation and stress distribution.

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  • To synthesize branched aramid nanofibers (BANFs) that mimic biological gel components.
  • To develop 3DNs with high efficiency stress transfer using BANFs.
  • To investigate the impact of branching on the mechanics and properties of hydrogels and aerogels.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesis of BANFs through controlled hydrolysis, with branching density adjusted by base strength.
  • Formation of hydro- and aerogel monoliths using BANFs.
  • Characterization of material properties and stress transfer capabilities.

Main Results:

  • BANFs were successfully synthesized with controllable branching.
  • 3DNs formed from BANFs exhibited efficient stress transfer.
  • BANF-based hydro- and aerogels required significantly less solid content (an order of magnitude) compared to those made with rod-like nanocomponents.
  • Branching in nanofibers improved the overall mechanics of the resulting gels and nanocomposites.

Conclusions:

  • Branched aramid nanofibers offer a novel approach to designing high-performance 3DN materials.
  • The extensive connectivity provided by BANFs enhances stress transfer and mechanical properties.
  • This biomimetic strategy allows for the creation of robust gels and composites with reduced material usage.