Application of Aerogel into Textile Fabrics for Thermal Insulation
This special issue belongs to the section "Gel Applications".
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The Special Issue focuses on the innovative application of aerogel materials into textile fabrics for enhanced thermal insulation. Aerogels are highly porous, lightweight, and low-density materials known for their exceptional thermal properties, making them ideal candidates for improving the thermal performance of textile-based products. This issue aims to explore the latest research and developments in the integration of aerogels into textiles, investigating their potential to revolutionize thermal insulation in various industries, such as in clothing, home textiles, outdoor gear, and industrial applications. Topics of interest include fabrication techniques, thermal properties, heat transfer mechanisms, aerogel content and structure, durability, cost-effective production methods, applications in extreme environments, sustainability, and challenges in the field.
Dr. Mohamed Ghobashy
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- aerogels
- textile fabrics
- thermal insulation
- fabrication techniques
- thermal properties
- heat transfer
- lightweight materials
- clothing insulation
- outdoor gear
- industrial textiles
- extreme environment
- sustainable materials
- cost-effective production
- thermal management
- textile composites
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Published Papers
Gels - ISSN 2310-2861