Aspen Aerogels has patented a method for preparing silicon nanoparticles by grinding silicon in a polar solvent to yield stable chemically functionalized nanoparticles. The composition includes silicon particles with bonded functional groups dispersed in a carbon aerogel network. GlobalData’s report on Aspen Aerogels gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Aspen Aerogels, Vinyl resin foam was a key innovation area identified from patents. Aspen Aerogels's grant share as of May 2024 was 30%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Silicon nanoparticles dispersed in carbon aerogel with functional groups
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11978890B2) discloses a composition comprising silicon particles with a diameter of less than 200 nm, featuring bonded functional groups on their surface. These silicon particles are dispersed within a porous three-dimensional network, specifically a carbon aerogel. The functional groups on the silicon particles include a variety of options such as isopropanol, ethylene glycol methyl ether methacrylate, and hydroxide groups, among others.
Furthermore, the composition detailed in the patent claims involves a porous three-dimensional network, potentially a polyimide-derived carbon aerogel, where the functional groups on the silicon particles are bonded to carbon atoms within this network. The surface of the silicon particles may include various covalently bonded functional groups like —OH, —COOH, and —NH2, or hydrogen bonded functional groups. Additionally, the silicon particles themselves may have a diameter of less than 150 nm, showcasing the precision and nanoscale nature of this innovative composition.
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