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US 11,746,264 B2Granted
Crosslinking of loose insulating powders
AssigneeAlliance for Sustainable Energy, LLC
InventorsLin Jay Simpson, Chaiwat Engtrakul
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Abstract
Described herein are materials and methods useful in the field of insulation, including building materials, refrigeration, cryogenics, and shipping, amongst others. Advantageously, the provided materials and method provide low thermal conductivities and increased mechanical strength, allowing for efficient insulating in a diverse range of applications. The provided materials and methods include individual particles connected by a polymer network that links individual particles and may include hollow or evacuated capsules and various strengthening agents.
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An insulating material comprising:
- a plurality of insulating particles;
- a polymer crosslinking the plurality of insulating particles, wherein the polymer comprises an adhesive;
- wherein the plurality of insulating particles have a packing density greater than or equal to 50%;
- wherein the boron-containing strengthening agent comprises triisopropyl borate, boron trichloride, trimethyl borate or a combination thereof.
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