In-situ solvent displacement to construct silica aerogel/phase change material composites via ambient-pressure drying

Key Points

• Constructing silica aerogel composites enhances thermal management capabilities in materials, improving energy efficiency.
• Using in-situ solvent displacement resulted in favorable characteristics unlike traditional methods, which often compromise on structure.
• Analysis of composites reveals that they effectively integrate phase change materials, indicating better thermal performance in applications.
• Highlights the potential for this ambient-pressure drying technique to broaden the applications of advanced materials in thermal regulation.