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Dry powder mixes comprising phase change materials

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OSTI ID:6883961

A free flowing, conformable powder-like mix of silica particles and a phase change material (PCM) is provided. The silica particles have a critical size of about 0.005 to about 0.025 microns and the PCM must be added to the silica in an amount of 75% or less PCM per combined weight of silica and PCM. The powder-like mix can be used in tableware items, medical wraps, tree wraps, garments, quilts and blankets, and particularly in applications for heat protection for heat sensitive items, such as aircraft flight recorders, and for preventing brake fade in automobiles, buses, trucks and aircraft. 3 figures.

DOE Contract Number:
FG03-86SF16308
Assignee:
University of Dayton, Dayton, OH (United States)
Patent Number(s):
A; US 5370814
Application Number:
PPN: US 8-044819
OSTI ID:
6883961
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English