Aerogel articles made from aerogel particles and methods for making the same

Abstract

An aerogel article that includes a plurality of aerogel particles is disclosed. The plurality of aerogel particles each include a polymeric matrix defining pores of the plurality of aerogel particles. The polymeric matrix includes a non-consolidated portion comprising the pores and a consolidated portion plasticized by a plasticizing solvent. The plurality of aerogel particles are bonded to each other through an interface that comprises the consolidated portions of adjacent ones of the plurality of aerogel particles.

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