Abstract: The invention provides a method of making an article including steps of providing a solvent on a major surface of a glass sheet and positioning a face of an aerogel sheet onto the major surface of the glass sheet to create a glass-aerogel article, such that the solvent on the major surface of the glass sheet facilitates adhesion of the aerogel sheet to the glass sheet. In some cases, the glass sheet can also have a coated surface comprising a low-emissivity coating.

Abstract: The invention provides a method of making an article including steps of (1) providing a solvent on a major surface of a glass sheet, or on a face of an aerogel sheet, or on both, (2) providing a solvent on a major surface of a glass sheet, or on a face of an aerogel sheet, or on both, (3) positioning the face of the aerogel sheet onto the major surface of the glass sheet to create a glass-aerogel article, and (4) drying the glass-aerogel article to evaporate at least some of the solvent and to facilitate adhesion between the glass sheet and aerogel sheet.

Abstract: In some embodiments, the invention provides a multiple-pane insulating glazing unit having a between-pane space. An aerogel layer is located in the between-pane space. Further, some embodiments of the invention provide a method of manufacturing such a multiple-pane insulating glazing unit. Still further, some embodiments provide a glazing assembly comprising a frame and a multiple-pane insulating glazing unit that includes an aerogel layer and is mounted in the frame. Finally, some embodiments provide a method of handling an aerogel sheet.

Abstract: In some embodiments, the invention provides a multiple-pane insulating glazing unit having a between-pane space. An aerogel layer is located in the between-pane space. Further, some embodiments of the invention provide a method of manufacturing such a multiple-pane insulating glazing unit. Still further, some embodiments provide a glazing assembly comprising a frame and a multiple-pane insulating glazing unit that includes an aerogel layer and is mounted in the frame. Finally, some embodiments provide a method of handling an aerogel sheet.

Abstract: Glass articles are provided that include a glass sheet with an aerogel sheet in a mounted position alongside the glass sheet. The aerogel sheet is retained in the mounted position by an encapsulation material. The encapsulation material can include an organic material, such as a material comprising polyethylene terephthalate glycol. Methods of making glass articles are provided. Also provided are IG units that include encapsulated aerogel sheets, as well as related subassemblies, and methods of manufacturing such IG units and subassemblies.

Abstract: Glass articles are provided that include a glass sheet with an aerogel sheet in a mounted position alongside the glass sheet. The aerogel sheet is retained in the mounted position by an encapsulation material. The encapsulation material can include an organic material, such as a material comprising polyethylene terephthalate glycol. Methods of making glass articles are provided. Also provided are IG units that include encapsulated aerogel sheets, as well as related subassemblies, and methods of manufacturing such IG units and subassemblies.

Abstract: Glass articles are provided that include a glass sheet with an aerogel sheet in a mounted position alongside the glass sheet. The aerogel sheet is retained in the mounted position by an encapsulation material. The encapsulation material can include an organic material, such as a material comprising polyethylene terephthalate glycol. Methods of making glass articles are provided. Also provided are IG units that include encapsulated aerogel sheets, as well as related subassemblies, and methods of manufacturing such IG units and subassemblies.

Abstract: Glass articles are provided that include a glass sheet with an aerogel sheet in a mounted position alongside the glass sheet. The aerogel sheet is retained in the mounted position by an encapsulation material. The encapsulation material can include an organic material, such as a material comprising polyethylene terephthalate glycol. Methods of making glass articles are provided. Also provided are IG units that include encapsulated aerogel sheets, as well as related subassemblies, and methods of manufacturing such IG units and subassemblies.

Abstract: In some embodiments, the invention provides a multiple-pane insulating glazing unit having a between-pane space. An aerogel sheet is located in the between-pane space. Other embodiments provide methods of manufacturing such an IG unit. Further, some embodiments of the invention provide a glazing assembly that includes such an IG unit. Certain embodiments of the invention provide a spacer having a seating structure for supporting an aerogel sheet, while other embodiments provide an aerogel sheet holder for supporting an aerogel sheet. Preliminary glazing assemblies are also provided.

Abstract: In some embodiments, the invention provides a multiple-pane insulating glazing unit having a between-pane space. An aerogel sheet is located in the between-pane space. Other embodiments provide methods of manufacturing such an IG unit. Further, some embodiments of the invention provide a glazing assembly that includes such an IG unit. Certain embodiments of the invention provide a spacer having a seating structure for supporting an aerogel sheet, while other embodiments provide an aerogel sheet holder for supporting an aerogel sheet. Preliminary glazing assemblies are also provided.

Abstract: In some embodiments, the invention provides a multiple-pane insulating glazing unit having a between-pane space. An aerogel layer is located in the between-pane space. Further, some embodiments of the invention provide a method of manufacturing such a multiple-pane insulating glazing unit. Still further, some embodiments provide a glazing assembly comprising a frame and a multiple-pane insulating glazing unit that includes an aerogel layer and is mounted in the frame. Finally, some embodiments provide a method of handling an aerogel sheet.