Cr3Si5 is an intermetallic compound combining chromium and silicon, belonging to the family of refractory metal silicides. This material is primarily studied for high-temperature structural applications where oxidation resistance and thermal stability are critical; it remains largely in the research and development phase rather than widespread commercial production. Chromium silicides are investigated as alternatives to traditional superalloys in aerospace and power generation, offering potential advantages in extreme temperature environments, though challenges in brittleness and processing have limited adoption compared to established nickel-based superalloys.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1738 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 4.591 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.4993 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.2836 | eV/atom | — |