Loofah‐Inspired Ultralight and Superelastic Micro/Nanofibrous Aerogels for Highly Efficient Thermal Insulation
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202412424
Abstract: Extreme cold events are becoming more frequent and intense around the world, imposing a huge burden on human health and global economy. However, developing fibrous materials featuring ultralight weight, high shape retention, and high thermal… read more here.
Keywords: insulation; superelastic micro; thermal insulation; micro nanofibrous ... See more keywords
Enhancing Sensitivity of Flexible Piezoelectric Thin‐Film Acoustic Sensors via Buffer Layer Engineering for Insulation Health Monitoring of Power Cables
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202518639
Abstract: Partial discharge (PD) detection is critical for evaluating insulation degradation in high‐voltage power cables. Flexible piezoelectric acoustic sensors offer a compelling solution owing to their conformability to curved surfaces and strong immunity to electromagnetic interference.… read more here.
Keywords: insulation; buffer layer; piezoelectric thin; sensitivity ... See more keywords
A functional trait perspective on restored temperate grassland responses to changing winter insulation and managed disturbance by fire
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DOI: 10.1002/ajb2.70109
Abstract: Abstract Premise Understanding how disturbance regimes influence temperate grasslands is crucial for adapting management strategies to climate change, particularly in response to the loss of winters. The interaction between disturbance and climate can alter winter… read more here.
Keywords: insulation; community; disturbance; winter ... See more keywords
Thermo‐oxidative degradation behavior of poly(vinyl chloride) insulation for new and overloaded wires via TG‐FTIR
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DOI: 10.1002/app.55994
Abstract: When a poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) wire experiences overload failure, the internal structure of the insulation changes to become overloaded insulation and the fire hazard changes. In this study, the thermo‐oxidative degradation behavior of new and… read more here.
Keywords: insulation; thermo oxidative; oxidative degradation; pvc insulation ... See more keywords
Waste to Wealth: Cenospheres as Promising Thermal Insulation Coating Material for Protection Against Impinging Hot Air
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DOI: 10.1002/app.56605
Abstract: Saving thermal energy in a sustainable way is one of the important aspects of global energy conservation. Therefore, conservation of thermal energy by different means has been a topic of applied research in the last… read more here.
Keywords: spectroscopy; hot air; insulation; thermal insulation ... See more keywords
Lightweight Composite Aramid Nanofiber Aerogel With Multistage Pores and Layered Structure for Acoustic and Thermal Insulation
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DOI: 10.1002/app.56850
Abstract: Aerogels are currently advanced multifunctional sound‐absorbing materials. Aramid nanofiber aerogels (ANFs) also possess lightweight and excellent thermal insulation properties, making them high‐performance materials for extreme environments with broad application prospects. In this study, aramid fibers… read more here.
Keywords: composite aramid; insulation; thermal insulation; mpl anfs ... See more keywords
Highly Ductile Polypropylene Based Ternary Blends for High Voltage Insulation
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DOI: 10.1002/app.56955
Abstract: High voltage insulation materials must combine excellent dielectric and thermomechanical properties. Ternary blends based on isotactic polypropylene (PP) tend to feature a low electrical conductivity and high melting temperature but are usually characterized by a… read more here.
Keywords: insulation; highly ductile; high voltage; voltage insulation ... See more keywords
Enhancing the Hydrophobic, Mechanical, and Insulation Properties of Silicone Rubber Insulators by Incorporating WS2 and MoS2 2D Nanosheets
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DOI: 10.1002/app.57532
Abstract: Silicone rubber is widely recognized for its hydrophobic and mechanical properties, making it a suitable material for high‐voltage insulation. This study investigates a novel approach to improving these properties by incorporating two‐dimensional (2D) nanomaterials into… read more here.
Keywords: insulation; rubber insulators; rubber; mos2 nanosheets ... See more keywords
Facile Synthesis of Mechanical Elastic, Hydrophobic, and Thermal Insulation Silicon Composite Aerogel Enhanced by Phosphorylated Cellulose Nanofibril
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DOI: 10.1002/app.58108
Abstract: As advanced thermal insulators, silicon‐based composite aerogels are promising materials in various fields of application, ranging from aerospace to transportation. However, the complex fabrication process of aerogel materials at room temperature is challenging, thereby restricting… read more here.
Keywords: insulation; enhanced phosphorylated; thermal insulation; aerogel ... See more keywords
Tailoring Insulation and Mechanical Properties of Isotactic Polypropylene via Thermal History‐Dependent Crystalline Morphology
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DOI: 10.1002/app.58115
Abstract: Polypropylene (PP) has shown considerable promise as a recyclable alternative to crosslinked polyethylene (XLPE) in high‐voltage cable insulation applications. However, its widespread adoption has been hindered by inadequate breakdown strength and mechanical toughness. This study… read more here.
Keywords: insulation; history; polypropylene; crystalline morphology ... See more keywords
Reaction Condition‐Driven Structural Evolution During Epoxy Resin Chain Extension and Its Influence on Insulation Material Properties
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DOI: 10.1002/app.70086
Abstract: Long‐chain epoxy resins are increasingly adopted in high‐voltage insulation systems due to their low curing exotherm, improved toughness, and superior dielectric properties. These resins are typically synthesized via chain extension between bisphenol A and short‐chain… read more here.
Keywords: evolution; insulation; chain extension; chain ... See more keywords