Ce2Zr2O7 is a mixed rare-earth oxide ceramic belonging to the pyrochlore family, combining cerium and zirconium oxides in a stable crystalline structure. This material is primarily investigated for high-temperature thermal barrier applications and as a potential alternative to yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) in demanding environments where improved sintering resistance and thermal stability are required. Its notable advantages include reduced thermal conductivity and enhanced phase stability at extreme temperatures, making it of particular interest in aerospace and power generation sectors seeking to extend component lifecycles.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 6.200 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 3.852 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.670 | eV/atom | — |