Cr₄Si₄ is a transition metal silicide compound belonging to the ceramic and intermetallic materials family, combining chromium and silicon in a 1:1 stoichiometric ratio. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for high-temperature structural applications, where its ceramic nature provides oxidation resistance and thermal stability, while its metallic components contribute to improved fracture toughness compared to monolithic ceramics. Engineering interest centers on aerospace and industrial applications requiring materials that maintain strength at elevated temperatures while resisting thermal shock and oxidative degradation.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 28,330.7 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 16,885.3 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00630 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1760 | eV/atom | — |