1. Novel aerogels based on supramolecular G-quadruplex assembly with intrinsic flame retardancy and thermal insulation.
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Yang, Le, Zhang, Hong, Wang, Chang, Jiao, Yunhong, Pang, Xiuyan, Xu, Jianzhong, and Ma, Haiyun
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FIREPROOFING , *AEROGELS , *THERMAL insulation , *FREEZE-drying , *FIREPROOFING agents , *BORIC acid , *FLAME - Abstract
[Display omitted] The construction of supramolecular aerogels still faces great challenges. Herein, we present a novel bio-based supramolecular aerogel derived from G-Quadruplex self-assembly of guanosine (G), boric acid (B) and sodium alginate (SA) and the obtained GBS aerogels exhibit superior flame-retardant and thermal insulating properties. The entire process involves environmentally friendly aqueous solvents and freeze-drying. Benefiting from the supramolecular self-assembly and interpenetrating dual network structures, GBS aerogels exhibit unique structures and sufficient self-supporting capabilities. The resulting GBS aerogels exhibit overall low densities (36.5–52.4 mg/cm3), and high porosities (>95 %). Moreover, GBS aerogels also illustrate excellent flame retardant and thermal insulating properties. With an oxygen index of 47.0–51.1 %, it can easily achieve a V-0 rating and low heat, smoke release during combustion. This work demonstrates the preparation of intrinsic flame-retardant aerogels derived from supramolecular self-assembly and dual cross-linking strategies, and is expected to provide an idea for the realization and application of novel supramolecular aerogel materials. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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