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Sandeep Ahankari1, Pradyumn Paliwal1, Aditya Subhedar1
1School of Mechanical Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu 632014, India.
ACS Nano
|March 12, 2021
Summary
Nanocellulose (NC) aerogels are eco-friendly materials with tunable properties. This review explores their advancements for thermal applications in electronics, apparel, and smart buildings.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
- Sustainable Materials
Background:
- Nanocellulose (NC) is a renewable, biodegradable nanomaterial.
- NC offers high strength, low density, and high surface area.
- Tunable surface chemistry enables controlled interactions with other materials.
Purpose of the Study:
- Review recent developments in nanocellulose (NC) aerogels.
- Discuss controlled interactions of NC aerogels with polymers and nanomaterials.
- Highlight thermal applications of NC-based aerogels.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of NC aerogel research.
- Analysis of NC aerogel properties and interactions.
- Categorization based on thermal performance.
Main Results:
- NC aerogels show promise for thermal management.
- Applications include electronic devices, apparel, and building materials.
- NC aerogels are categorized as thermally insulated, conductive, or flame-retardant.
Conclusions:
- NC aerogels are versatile sustainable materials.
- Their controlled interactions are key to advanced thermal applications.
- Further research can optimize NC aerogels for specific thermal needs.
