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Cellulose foams for high-performance insulation

US12152120B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 21, 2023
Grant dateNov 26, 2024
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Expiry dateJun 21, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08J2429/04
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Environmentally friendly, sustainable, and high-performance ultralight composite foams are disclosed. The composite foams are prepared from cellulose nanomaterial, polymeric material, and a crosslinking agent. The fabrication process is simple and uses only water. The composite foams exhibit an elastic strain exceeding the values reported for known nanocellulose-based foams with no reinforcement. The foams exhibit a thermal conductivity superior to that of traditional insulating materials and retain structural integrity after burning.

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