Abstract

Silica aerogel is a porous and transparent solid material. Its index of refraction is a function of its density, and it can be freely adjusted between at least 1.01 and 1.06, and up to values as high as at least 1.20 by heating. As a Cherenkov radiator it replaces gases under high pressure, eliminating all the problems associated with their container.

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