B4Mo4 is an experimental boron-molybdenum compound belonging to the transition metal boride family, investigated primarily in materials research for its potential as a hard ceramic material. This compound is not yet widely established in commercial production, but boron-molybdenum systems are of interest for applications requiring exceptional hardness and thermal stability. Research into such materials aims to develop alternatives to conventional hard coatings and wear-resistant components, with potential advantages in high-temperature and abrasive environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 307.5 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 194.5 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00100 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4520 | eV/atom | — |