What are the 15 world records of silica aerogels?

Thread starter jetwaterluffy
Start date Feb 27, 2012

In summary, silica aerogel is a lightweight, porous material made from silica particles that is known as the world's lightest solid material with excellent thermal insulation properties. It is made by creating a gel from a solution of silica and a solvent, and then drying it through a process called supercritical drying. This results in a solid material with high porosity and low density. Some common uses of silica aerogels include thermal insulation for buildings, industrial equipment, and as a component in lightweight composites. The 15 world records of silica aerogels were determined by the Guinness World Records organization, showcasing its unique properties such as low density, high porosity, and excellent thermal insulation.

Feb 27, 2012

jetwaterluffy

I read somewhere that silica aerogels hold 15 world records, but I can't find what they are. Obviously lowest density and best thermal insulator are two of them, but what are the others?

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Mar 7, 2012

BLOHS7844

I don't know specifics but I'm very sure that the 15 records are made up of various categories of the thermal and density properties.

1. What is a silica aerogel?

A silica aerogel is a lightweight, porous material made from silica particles that are connected in a three-dimensional network. It is known as the world's lightest solid material and has excellent thermal insulation properties.

2. How is a silica aerogel made?

Silica aerogels are made by first creating a gel from a solution of silica and a solvent. The gel is then dried using a process called supercritical drying, which involves removing the solvent while maintaining the gel's structure. This results in a solid material with a high porosity and low density.

3. What are some common uses of silica aerogels?

Silica aerogels have a wide range of applications, including thermal insulation for buildings, insulation for pipelines and industrial equipment, and as a component in lightweight composites for aerospace and automotive industries. They are also used in scientific research for their unique properties.

4. How were the 15 world records of silica aerogels determined?

The 15 world records of silica aerogels were determined by the Guinness World Records organization. The records include categories such as the lightest solid material, the highest thermal insulation, and the lowest density of a solid material.

5. What makes silica aerogels unique compared to other materials?

Silica aerogels have several unique properties that set them apart from other materials. These include their extremely low density, high porosity, and excellent thermal insulation. They are also highly transparent and have a high surface area, making them useful for various applications.