CrCrN3 is a chromium nitride compound belonging to the transition metal nitride family, potentially a ternary or non-stoichiometric phase within the Cr-N system. This material family is explored in research contexts for hard coatings and wear-resistant applications, where nitride phases offer high hardness and oxidation resistance at elevated temperatures. Chromium nitride compounds are investigated as alternatives to traditional PVD and CVD coatings, particularly where improved toughness or thermal stability over monolithic CrN is desired.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | DFT · GLLB-SC | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 2.965 | μB | DFT |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 1.160 | eV/atom | DFT |
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