B6Ru4 is an intermetallic compound combining boron and ruthenium, belonging to the metal boride family of ceramic-like materials. This is a research-phase material studied for its potential hardness, thermal stability, and electrical conductivity—properties desirable in extreme-environment applications. While not yet established in mainstream commercial production, ruthenium borides are being explored as alternatives to conventional refractory materials and wear-resistant coatings where standard carbides or nitrides face performance limits.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00190 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2920 | eV/atom | — |