| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10631061 | Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids | 2012 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
⺠We have explored several routes to synthesize monolithic silica cryogels. ⺠We highlight two routes to monoliths with similarities to the corresponding aerogels. ⺠Low freezing temperatures and fast cooling rates favor monolithicity. ⺠Uniform networks and a high degree of 3-D cross-linking correlate with monolithicity. ⺠Compared to aerogels, cryogels exhibit larger pores (macro- and/or mesopores).
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Authors
A. Pons, Ll. Casas, E. Estop, E. Molins, K.D.M. Harris, M. Xu,