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Guineng Li¹, Qiaobo Wang¹, Guiqun Liu²

¹Jiangxi Province Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronics, Flexible Electronics Innovation Institute, Jiangxi Science and Technology Normal University, Nanchang 330013, China.

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Summary

Natural polymer hydrogels offer eco-friendly, efficient fire extinguishing solutions. Further research is needed to overcome challenges in cost-effectiveness and usability for widespread adoption.

Keywords:

fire extinguishing fire prevention hydrogel

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Materials Science
Environmental Science
Fire Safety Engineering

Background:

Traditional fire extinguishing agents pose environmental risks.
Natural polymer hydrogels present a sustainable alternative due to their water containment, film formation, and biodegradability.
Hydrogels are increasingly replacing conventional fire extinguishants.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the evolution of hydrogels in fire extinguishing and prevention.
To explain the extinguishing principles of hydrogel-based agents.
To discuss preparation strategies and evaluation systems for hydrogel extinguishants.

Main Methods:

Literature review focusing on hydrogel applications in fire safety.
Analysis of hydrogel extinguishing mechanisms.
Discussion of synthesis and characterization techniques for hydrogel extinguishants.

Main Results:

Hydrogels demonstrate significant potential as clean and efficient fire extinguishing materials.
Key properties include high water retention, film-forming ability, and thermal insulation.
Progress has been made in developing high-performance hydrogel extinguishants.

Conclusions:

Hydrogel extinguishants offer promising advancements in fire safety and environmental protection.
Challenges remain in achieving cost-effectiveness, degradability, and ease of use.
Commercial viability and continued research and development are crucial for future success.