Multiple assembly strategies for silica aerogel-fiber combinations – A review

• Comprehensive review of all approaches used to assemble aerogel-fiber materials. “In situ sol-gel” and “via pre-formed aerogel” are described evaluated. Enhanced mechanical/physical properties obtained while keeping low thermal conductivity. An overview the market future research trends identified. Silica aerogels have a unique structure that makes them promising materials for variable applications. However, they brittle due weak inter-particle necks, also expensive. Combining aerogel with fibers can not only enhance mechanical/insulation properties, but reduce dust release, ease practical application. The majority articles in this field been on aerogel/textile systems' application or textile impregnation silica sol utilizing sol–gel technique, few papers addressing use as filler. This first time highlights strategies For approaches, be impregnated precursor form between fibers, itself spun into fibers. Other employ aerogel, mixed polymer solvent matrices/slurries, injected blankets, aerogel-filled material coated composite Aerogel particles-filled packages proposed. emerging activities simulations combinations reviewed. advantages/disadvantages various evaluated, current situation an outlook summarized.