Nanoinsulation Materials for Energy Efficient Buildings
The chapter focuses on the application of nanotechnology to building insulation material industry in order to achieve advanced insulation products able to provide a very high thermal resistance in a reduced thickness. The chapter presents a thorough review of nanoinsulation materials for buildings, describing their preparation method and manufacturing process and providing a comprehensive analysis on different products available in the market and examining and comparing their characteristics and performances, including costs and environmental features.