Cr2GaN
metalCr₂GaN is an intermetallic nitride compound combining chromium and gallium with nitrogen, belonging to the family of transition metal nitrides and potentially exhibiting ceramic-metallic hybrid characteristics. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established in high-volume production, with investigation focused on hard coatings, wear-resistant applications, and high-temperature structural components where the combination of metallic and ceramic properties may offer advantages over conventional alternatives. Engineers would consider Cr₂GaN for applications demanding improved hardness, oxidation resistance, or thermal stability in demanding environments, though material maturity and cost-effectiveness relative to established nitride coatings (TiN, CrN) would typically drive selection decisions.
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Bulk Modulus(K)2 entries | — | ksi | — | — | |
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Poisson's Ratio(ν) | — | - | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G)2 entries | — | ksi | — | — | |
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Young's Modulus(E) | — | ksi | — | — |
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Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — | |
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | — | µV/K | — | — |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |