Preparation Of Fibers Research Articles

Effect of long-time annealing at high temperature on the microstructure and mechanical properties of different types of SiC fibers

SiC fibers play a crucial role in ceramic-matrix composites due to their excellent high-temperature resistance. To analyze the high temperature stability of different types of SiC fibers, this work investigated three typical SiC fibers (KD-II, KD-S, KD-SA) after being annealed at 1600 °C and 1800 °C for 1 h ∼ 200 h, respectively. For annealing at 1600 °C, the decomposition of the SiCxOy phase and grain growth were the main reasons for strength degradation in KD-II and KD-S fibers, while the KD-SA fiber maintained good thermal stability due to its large grain size. For long-time annealing at 1800 °C, obvious Si sublimation in the three fibers, leading to appearance of skin-core structure, resulted in obvious strength decline. This phenomenon was more pronounced over 1800 °C. These results in this work could be helpful guidance for the preparation of higher performance SiC fibers and SiCf/SiC composites.

Polyacrylonitrile In-Situ reinforced polyimide superhydrophobic porous fibers: A miraculous thermal insulation and flame-retardant material

In response to the demand for safety protective textiles suitable for extreme conditions such as intense heat and humidity, we have innovatively developed a novel approach using polyacrylonitrile (PAN) in-situ reinforced polyimide (PI) superhydrophobic porous fibers. We blended fluorinated polyamic acid (PAA) with PAN and prepared PI/pre-oxidized fiber (panof) porous fibers using a process that includes wet phase separation spinning and integrated synchronous imidization/pre-oxidation. Special emphasis was placed on the chemical mechanisms during the heat treatment stage of the preparation process. The uncapped PAA underwent imidization reactions and also facilitated PAN’s pre-oxidation, which notably enhanced the structural stability of the PI porous fibers. This novel enhancement mechanism effectively addresses the challenges of structural collapse and volume shrinkage encountered in the preparation of traditional PI porous fibers. In addition, our investigation into the impact of thermal imidization temperature on the structure of porous fibers led to the evaluation of PI/panof porous fibers. The PI/panof-320 porous fibers, produced by the combined enhancement effect of fluorinated PI and PAN, showcased exceptional features: superhydrophobicity (water contact angle = 168.9°), low density (0.078 g/cm3), reduced thermal conductivity (0.0251 W/(m·K)), high strength (22.18 MPa), outstanding flexibility (bend radius = 205 μm), and superior flame retardancy and insulation. The outstanding performance of these composite porous fibers paves the way for innovative, comfortable, and safe wearable devices in high heat and humidity environments, highlighting their extensive applicability and potential.

Variation in Activation Parameters for the Preparation of Cellulose-Based Porous Carbon Fibers Used for Electrochemical Applications

Variation in Activation Parameters for the Preparation of Cellulose-Based Porous Carbon Fibers Used for Electrochemical Applications

Quantification of Airborne Concentrations of Nanoscale Dusts by Particle Gravimetry Using Ionic‐Liquid Modified Polymeric Electrospun Fibers

AbstractIn this work, functional polymeric filters are prepared by electrospinning using four different non‐ionic polymers or their blends together with deliberately selected additives, and then tested for quantification of the nano‐sized powders. Particle gravimetry is used for the quantitative determination of the dusts. Validation studies are carried out using the ICP‐OES technique. The polymeric fibers prepared with different contents consist of PS/PMMA, PVDF/EC/PMMA, chitosan, chitosan/PMMA and PMMA/PVDF, respectively. The ionic liquids of tetra‐n‐butylammonium tetrafluoroborate, 1‐ethyl‐3‐methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate and hexadecyltrimethylammonium bromide are used as additives for the preparation of the functional polymeric fibers. The prepared nanoscale dusts and electrospun fibers are characterized by SEM, XRD, XPS, and size distribution analysis techniques, respectively. Among them, the CTAB‐modified chitosan fibers exhibit the highest dust retention efficiency. This study introduces a new approach to the quantification of nano‐sized powders. In addition, it is concluded that the proposed method can be used in pre‐concentration before testing, cleaning powders from the working environment and quantitative analysis of nanoscale powders. The presented materials can also be used to improve indoor air quality and potential worker exposure in workplaces.

Design, preparation, and mechanical properties of glass fiber reinforced thermoplastic self‐anchor plate cable exposed in alkaline solution environment

AbstractThe reliable anchorage and long‐term durability of high‐performance fiber reinforced polymer composites were the decisive factors for engineering applications owing to the anisotropy of materials and the complexity of service environment. In this paper, an innovative glass fiber reinforced polypropylene (GFRPP) self‐anchor plate cable was developed to utilize the high toughness/durability of thermoplastic resin and self‐anchor load‐bearing system. The effects of different reinforcement methods and cable arc angles (10°, 20°, and 30°) on mechanical properties of plate cable were investigated. Water absorption behavior and mechanical properties immersed in alkali solution were tested to evaluate its long‐term service behavior. The thermogravimetric and surface morphology analysis were conducted to reveal the performance evolution mechanism. The results showed through the combination of secondary melting, carbon fiber winding confinement and epoxy reinforcements, the splitting failure of transition zone and interlaminar cracking failure of straight zone for plate cable were effectively avoided. The tensile strength retention of plate cable for arc angles of 10°, 20° and 30° were 45.6%, 41.3%, and 34.0% of GFRPP plate, respectively. Larger arc angle increased the curvature of arc‐straight transition zone and stress concentration near the straight section, leading to interlaminar splitting failure of plate cable at weak transition zone. The tensile strength of plate cable with the immersion time deteriorated obviously until the lowest retention of 29.7%. The degradation mechanism was mainly due to the etching of glass fibers in alkali solution and the formation of pores and internal defects, including fiber/resin interface debonding and resin swelling. The research results were of significance for solving the anchoring problems and promoting the long‐term service reliability in bridge applications.Highlights The mold can realize reliable molding of glass fiber reinforced polypropylene cables after the reinforcements. The tensile strength retention of plate cable was up to 34.0%–45.6% of plate. Larger arc angle increased the stress concentration near the straight section. Non‐polar polypropylene plate was proved to have better hydrophobic performance. The degradation mechanism of plate cable in alkali solution was revealed.

Preparation and heat-insulating properties of hollow mullite fibers achieved via template impregnation method to replicate the structure of metaplexis fibers

Mullite fibers possess low thermal conductivity, excellent high-temperature stability, and thermal shock resistance, making them extensively utilized in high-temperature heat-insulating components. However, the majority of current mullite fibers have solid structures, limiting the potential for further enhancement of their heat-insulating properties. Metaplexis fiber, a plant fiber with a hollow structure, effectively obstructs heat transfer, and therefore exhibits excellent heat-insulating properties. In this study, we employed metaplexis fibers as templates to fabricate mullite fibers with hollow structures. First, a precursor solution was prepared using Al(NO3)3·9H2O and ethyl orthosilicate as the solute and anhydrous ethanol as the solvent. The metaplexis fibers were immersed in the solution, removed, and dried to obtain precursor fibers. Finally, the precursor fibers were heated to the target temperature to obtain hollow mullite fibers. The investigation focused on the impact of preparation parameters such as sintering temperature, precursor solution concentration, and aluminum–silicon molar ratio on the morphologies, phases, pore-size distributions, and thermal conductivities of the resulting hollow mullite fibers. The results demonstrated that the prepared mullite fibers inherited the hollow structure of metaplexis fibers, with the cavity diameter in the range of 3–6 μm and porosity of 91 %. Compared to traditional solid mullite fibers, the thermal insulation performance was improved by more than 59 %. These findings highlight the significant potential of hollow ceramic fibers for the development of heat-insulating materials. Using the unique characteristics of their hollow structure, these fibers offer improved heat-insulating properties compared to their solid counterparts.

Preparation of biomolecular anthocyanin-immobilized plasma-cured nonwoven fibers from pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) and recycled cotton waste for detection of ammonia

Cotton fibers have been one of the major resources for various modern textile and non-textile industries. They are breathable, soft, and high absorbent natural fibers with a low production cost. Cotton fibers have found uses in a wide range of fields, such as medical field, automobile industry, and furniture design. However, there have been increasing demands to find out other resources for cotton production at high quality and low cost for high technological applications, such as colorimetric sensors. In this work, we provide a novel technique for plasma-induced coloring of nonwoven recycled cotton waste with an anthocyanin natural probe obtained from pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) peel. High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) was used to study the anthocyanin extract. Mordant was employed to bind anthocyanin to nonwoven fibers, creating an anthocyanin-mordant coordinative complex. The diameters of the anthocyanin-mordant complex particles were between 5 and 15 nm. A small coating layer of anthocyanin probe was applied to plasma-activated nonwoven cotton. Coloration parameters, absorbance spectra, and colorimetric strength (K/S) data showed that anthocyanin-finished nonwoven cotton had a detection limit of 1–250 ppb of aqueous ammonia, with a corresponding colorimetric change from purple (549 nm) to white (393 nm) due to intramolecular charge transfer. The results demonstrated satisfactory colorfastness of the anthocyanin-dyed nonwoven cotton fibers, UV blocking, and antibacterial efficacy. Promising portable colorimetric technology of anthocyanin-dyed nonwoven cotton fibers was developed for onsite detection of ammonia that can cause severely harmful effects on human organs or even death. Signs of a high surface area in the sensor material include anthocyanin-mordant complex nanoparticles and cotton microfibers.

Simulation of polymer solution slip motion and composite fiber fabrication in rotary jet spinning

Composite nanofibers are widely used as a novel nanomaterial in various fields, and the key technologies of preparation methods and equipment optimization have become the focus of research. Rotary jet spinning uses the centrifugal force generated by high-speed rotation to produce slip motion of two polymer solutions in the nozzle, and as the slip velocity increases, a rotating jet is eventually formed at the nozzle to eject the composite nanofibers. The slip motion of the polymer solution is one of the important factors affecting the rotating jet composite spinning, which directly affects the velocity distribution and flow stability of the polymer solution, and ultimately affects the morphology and quality of the composite nanofibers. By simulating the flow process of polymer solution inside the nozzle, the effect of slip motion on the flow of polymer solution is verified, which further illustrates that the rotational speed has the greatest influence on the preparation of composite nanofibers. Finally, PEO/PVA composite nanofibers were successfully prepared and collected by using a rotary jet spinning device in the range of 1500–3000 rpm, and the morphology and quality of the fibers were characterized and analyzed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), which provided experimental bases for the simulation of the slip motion of the polymer solution and the study of composite fiber preparation.

Controlling the graphite-like microcrystalline structure of lignin-based ultrafine carbon fibers via the design of condensed structures

Obtaining lignin-based graphite-like microcrystallites at a relatively low carbonization temperature is still very challenging. In this work, we report a new method based on condensed structures, for regulating graphite-like microcrystalline structures via the incorporation of 4,4′-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) into the main structure of lignin. The effects of MDI on the thermal properties of lignin and the graphite-like microcrystalline structure of lignin-based ultrafine carbon fibers were extensively studied and investigated. The incorporation of MDI decreased the thermal stability of lignin, increased the carbon yield and enhanced the formation of graphite-like microcrystallites, which are beneficial for reducing energy consumption during the preparation of lignin-based carbon fibers. The modified lignin-based ultrafine carbon fibers (M-LCFs) demonstrated satisfactory electrochemical performance, including high specific capacitance, low charge transfer resistance, and good cycle performance. The M-LCFs-3/2 electrode had a specific capacitance of 241.3 F g−1 at a current density of 0.5 A g−1, and a residual ratio of 90.2 % after 2000 charge and discharge cycles. This study provides a new approach to control the graphite-like microcrystalline structure and electrochemical performance while also optimizing the temperature.

Preparation and characterization of composite-modified PA6 fiber for spectral heating and heat storage applications

Abstract Composite coating technology was used to prepare a modified polyamide 6 (PA6) polymer material masterbatch with low mutual interference and good spinnability using molybdenum oxide, tungsten trioxide, graphene oxide, etc., as modifiers. Experiment shows that using nanoscale composite-coated modified masterbatches capable of spectral heating and heat storage in the preparation of nylon 6 fiber, adding modified masterbatches with a mass ratio of 6% online, and controlling various process parameters can result in good functionality and usability as well as enable consistent production. Optimal production conditions are achieved by utilizing pre-dried PA6 chips with a moisture content of 420 ppm. The master batch is subjected to drying at a temperature of 95°C for 12 h. During this process, the master batch is introduced at an addition ratio of 6%. Subsequent spinning is conducted at a speed of 4,300 m·min−1 and a temperature of 255°C. Cooling is facilitated by air set at a temperature of 17°C, flowing at a speed of 0.45 m·min−1. In the production line, one roller operates without heating, while the second roller is maintained at a temperature range of 160°C. The stretching process is performed at a ratio of 1.3. To ensure proper lubrication, an oil rate of 1.3% is applied. These meticulously controlled process parameters collectively contribute to the most favorable production status.

Sustainable development of three distinct starch based bio-composites reinforced with the cotton spinning waste collected from fiber preparation stage

Composites are new materials that combine two or more distinct components with diverse properties to create a new material with improved properties. The goal of this endeavor was to use fiber preparation wastes, or waste from cotton spinning mill blow room and carding, to produce bio composites based on starch. The matrix was prepared using the starches of potatoes, maize, and arrowroot, and any remaining reinforcing material was used. A hand layup technique was used to make the bio-composites. Tensile, bending, density, water absorbency, and SEM testing were among the studies used to illustrate the starch-based biodegradable materials. The maximum tensile strength of 0.49 MPa is displayed by sample AB. The resistive bending force of 3.71 MPa is greatest in Sample AB. The most uniform combination of reinforcing material (wastage cotton) and matrix is seen in PB's SEM picture. Among the samples, AB had the greatest density value, measuring 0.35 g/cm3. The sample PC had the highest absorption findings in both water and the 5 % HCl combination because carding waste had more fiber than blow room and fiber absorbs more water. The resultant bio-composites made of starch had the potential to replace Styrofoam.

Design, preparation and mechanical properties of novel glass fiber reinforced polypropylene bending bars

Fiber reinforced thermoplastic composite bars offered the advantages of repeated molding, high toughness, and recyclability, making them a promising alternative to steel bars. For the stirrups applications in concrete structures, it was essential to develop efficient bending technologies for producing high-quality thermoplastic bending bars. In the present paper, the bending properties of glass fiber reinforced polypropylene (GFRPP) composite bars were investigated by experimental and theoretical methods. A novel bending fixture of GFRPP bars was specifically designed for GFRPP bars to ensure the reliable bending of the bars. Finite element simulation was employed to analyze the stress distribution of GFRPP bars, providing valuable insights into their mechanical behavior. Additionally, a bending strength model was developed based on the material mechanics, offering a theoretical framework for understanding and predicting the bending strength of GFRPP bars. Finally, the bending mechanism of bars was further revealed according to experimental and theoretical findings. The results of the study demonstrated that the specially designed bending fixture was successful in minimizing damage to the bending section of the GFRPP bars, leading to a significant improvement in bending strength retention of up to 43.2 %. Furthermore, the theoretical results and experimental test have a good agreement in terms of stress distribution and failure mode. The maximum strain in the transition zone between the straight section and the bending section of the GFRPP bars was nearly double that of the straight section at the same stress levels. With the increase of bending radius to diameter ratio from 3.0 to 7.0, the tensile strength of GFRPP bending bars increased by ∼7.9 %. The study identified the transition area between the bending section and straight section of GFRPP bars as the most critical failure point. The strength degradation mechanism during the bending were attributed to the shrinkage and torsion of inner fibers owing to the compression caused the local stress concentration, which caused the inner resin matrix to crack and interface debonding of fiber/resin, leading to the premature tensile failure.

Study on preparation and property of coir fiber reinforced epoxy resin composite geogrid

Based on the development and application of green composite building materials, this study prepared a coir fiber reinforced epoxy resin composite grid using coir fiber as the reinforcement material. Through tensile tests of a multi rib grid, the effects of coir fiber content, length, and rib spacing on the composite grid were studied. The results showed that with increase in the coir fiber content, the tensile yield force first increased and then decreased, reaching the maximum value at coir fiber content of 1%. When the coir fiber content exceeded 1%, the tensile properties of the composite grid were lower than that of pure epoxy resin. With the increase in the coir fiber length, the tensile yield force of composite grid also first increased and then decreased. At a fiber length of 1 cm, the maximum tensile yield force was obtained, which was 34.33% higher than that of pure epoxy resin grid. Compared with the influence of fiber length and content on the composite grid, the influence of rib spacing on the composite grid was more obvious. At a rib spacing of 1 cm, the tensile yield force reached its maximum.

Optimization of Electrospinning Parameters for Lower Molecular Weight Polymers: A Case Study on Polyvinylpyrrolidone.

Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) is a synthetic polymer that holds significance in various fields such as biomedical, medical, and electronics, due to its biocompatibility and exceptional dielectric properties. Electrospinning is the most commonly used tool to fabricate fibers because of its convenience and the wide choice of parameter optimization. Various parameters, including solution molarity, flow rate, voltage, needle gauge, and needle-to-collector distance, can be optimized to obtain the desired morphology of the fibers. Although PVP is commercially available in various molecular weights, PVP with a molecular weight of 130,000 g/mol is generally considered to be the easiest PVP to fabricate fibers with minimal challenges. However, the fiber diameter in this case is usually in the micron regime, which limits the utilization of PVP fibers in fields that require fiber diameters in the nano regime. Generally, PVP with a lower molecular weight, such as 10,000 g/mol and 55,000 g/mol, is known to present challenges in fiber preparation. In the current study, parameter optimization for PVP possessing molecular weights of 10,000 g/mol and 55,000 g/mol was carried out to obtain nanofibers. The electrospinning technique was utilized for fiber fabrication by optimizing the above-mentioned parameters. SEM analysis was performed to analyze the fiber morphology, and quantitative analysis was performed to correlate the effect of parameters on the fiber morphology. This research study will lead to various applications, such as drug encapsulation for sustained drug release and nanoparticles/nanotubes encapsulation for microwave absorption applications.

Effect of steel fibre with different orientations on mechanical properties of 3D-printed steel-fibre reinforced concrete: Mesoscale finite element analysis

It is widely recognized that steel fibres exhibit directional distribution during the preparation of 3D-printed steel fibre reinforced concrete (SFRC). The degree of fibre orientation varies due to several factors, such as nozzle size and layer height. This variation in fibre orientation range may result in different mechanical performance exhibited by 3D-printed SFRC at hardened state. To explore the relationship between steel fibre orientation and the mechanical properties of 3D-printed SFRC at hardened state, this study firstly establishes three-dimensional mesoscale finite element models based on the distribution of fibres in 3D-printed SFRC. The steel fibre and matrix work together through a mechanism for fluid-structure interaction between models. Then, compares the simulation results with experimental data to verify the accuracy of the models. After that, different steel fibre distribution orientations were set, and parametric analysis was conducted for the compressive and tensile loading conditions to explore the effects of fibre orientation on the damage mode and strength of 3D-printed SFRC. The results indicate that 3D-printed SFRC exhibits different damage modes with varying steel fibre orientation ranges. Additionally, the strength of 3D-printed SFRC varies in steel fibre orientation range and exhibits anisotropic characteristics. This study provides a theoretical basis for improving and controlling the performance of 3D-printed SFRC in future engineering applications.

Preparation of porous carbon fibres : A review

Porous carbon fibres(PCF) was extensively applied to energy storage, environment pollution control and healthcare due to their superior electrical conductivity, diverse aperture,high specific surface area and super electrochemical stability.This paper reviewed the methods of preparing porous carbon fibres.The preparing PCF technology mainly included template methods( hard templates,soft templates, dual-templates), electrospinning technology and polymer blend technology. The working principles of different pore-forming techniques were summarized.The contributions of different preparation techniques to improve material properties such as electrochemical properties,adsorption performance,drug sustained-release materials and catalitic activity in practical applications were described.The different preparation methods had their superiorities and places needed improving.It was proposed that develop more advanced template methods to prepare PCF with reasonable cost, zero environmental pollution, high efficiency and easy removal.

Molecularly Engineer Protic Ionic Liquids for Simultaneous Dissolution of Silk Fibroin/Cellulose and Wet-Spinning Composite Fibers Preparation through Hydrogen-Bonding-Acceptor-Strengthening Strategy

Molecularly Engineer Protic Ionic Liquids for Simultaneous Dissolution of Silk Fibroin/Cellulose and Wet-Spinning Composite Fibers Preparation through Hydrogen-Bonding-Acceptor-Strengthening Strategy

Biomechanical evaluation of flash-frozen and cryo-sectioned papillary muscle samples by using sinusoidal analysis: cross-bridge kinetics and the effect of partial Ca2+ activation.

We examined the integrity of flash-frozen and cryo-sectioned cardiac muscle preparations (introduced by Feng and Jin, 2020) by assessing tension transients in response to sinusoidal length changes at varying frequencies (1-100Hz) at 25°C. Using 70-μm-thick sections, we isolated fiber preparations to study cross-bridge (CB) kinetics: preparations were activated by saturating Ca2+ as well as varying concentrations of ATP and phosphate (Pi). Our results showed that, compared to ordinary skinned fibers, in-series stiffness decreased to 1/2, which resulted in a decrease of isometric tension to 62%, but CB kinetics and Ca2+ sensitivity were little affected. The pCa study demonstrated that the rate constant of the force generation step (2πb) is proportionate to [Ca2+] at < 5μM, suggesting that the activation mechanism can be described by a simple second order reaction. We also found that tension, stiffness, and magnitude parameters are related to [Ca2+] by the Hill equation, with a cooperativity coefficient of 4-5, which is consistent with the fact that Ca2+ activation mechanisms involve cooperative multimolecular interactions. Our results support the long-held hypothesis that Process C (Phase 2) represents the CB detachment step, and Process B (Phase 3) represents the force generation step. Moreover, we discovered that constant H may represent the work-performing step in cardiac preparations. Our experiments demonstrate excellent CB kinetics with two well-defined exponentials that can be more distinguished than those found using ordinary skinned fibers. Flash-frozen and cryo-sectioned preparations are especiallysuitable for multi-institutionalcollaborations nationally and internationally because of their ease of transportation.

A green and low-cost preparation of polyacrylonitrile fibers with imine dioxime and amidoxime groups for efficient and selective gold recovery

The preparation of adsorbents with low cost, efficient adsorption and high profitability for gold recovery has important practical applications. In this work, synergistic poly (imine dioxime and amidoxime) (PDA) adsorbents were successfully prepared for gold recovery. An inexpensive engineering polyacrylonitrile (PAN) fiber is selected as the adsorbent substrate covalent binding with hydroxylamine hydrochloride to obtain PDA. The PDA surface with imine dioxime and amidoxime groups has a rich charge density and is more easily combined with gold ions through electrostatic interactions. The adsorption process of gold on PDA is a spontaneous endothermic process with monomolecular layer adsorption and the adsorption capacity increases with the increasing temperature under acidic conditions. The maximum adsorption capacity of PDA can reach 2937 mg g−1 at 25 °C and pH = 2 with an equilibrium time of 168 h. Meanwhile, excellent gold adsorption performance is also observed for PDA in simulated water treatment filler and water circulation reactor as well as interference conditions with other metal ions. Surprisingly, PDA has an ultra-low preparation cost ($ 2.54 × 102 kg−1), yet enables high-value gold (2.9 kg) for every kilogram of PDA with significant economic benefits. Therefore, this work will provide new ideas for the development of inexpensive, highly efficient, and specialized adsorbent preparation for gold recovery.

Hydrophobic Silk Fibroin-Agarose Composite Aerogel Fibers with Elasticity for Thermal Insulation Applications.

Aerogel fibers, characterized by their ultra-low density and ultra-low thermal conductivity, are an ideal candidate for personal thermal management as they hold the potential to effectively reduce the energy consumption of room heating and significantly contribute to energy conservation. However, most aerogel fibers have weak mechanical properties or require complex manufacturing processes. In this study, simple continuous silk fibroin-agarose composite aerogel fibers (SCAFs) were prepared by mixing agarose with silk fibroin through wet spinning and rapid gelation, followed by solvent replacement and supercritical carbon dioxide treatment. Among them, the rapid gelation of the SCAFs was achieved using agarose physical methods with heat-reversible gel properties, simplifying the preparation process. Hydrophobic silk fibroin-agarose composite aerogel fibers (HSCAFs) were prepared using a simple chemical vapor deposition (CVD) method. After CVD, the HSCAFs' gel skeletons were uniformly coated with a silica layer containing methyl groups, endowing them with outstanding radial elasticity. Moreover, the HSCAFs exhibited low density (≤0.153 g/cm3), a large specific surface area (≥254.0 m2/g), high porosity (91.1-94.7%), and excellent hydrophobicity (a water contact angle of 136.8°). More importantly, they showed excellent thermal insulation performance in low-temperature (-60 °C) or high-temperature (140 °C) environments. The designed HSCAFs may provide a new approach for the preparation of high-performance aerogel fibers for personal thermal management.