DyB₂ (dysprosium diboride) is a ceramic compound belonging to the hexaboride family of refractory materials, characterized by high hardness and thermal stability. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest, used in applications requiring extreme wear resistance and thermal shock tolerance, such as cutting tools, abrasive applications, and high-temperature structural components. DyB₂ offers potential advantages over conventional borides through rare-earth doping effects that can enhance fracture toughness and oxidation resistance, making it notable for engineers exploring advanced ceramic solutions in demanding thermal or mechanical environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | 167.5 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 148.3 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.02690 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6090 | eV/atom | — |