Dy4B16 is a dysprosium boride ceramic compound combining rare-earth dysprosium with boron in a specific stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the hexaboride family, which are known for their refractory properties and potential for high-temperature applications. Dy4B16 appears to be primarily a research-phase material rather than a widely commercialized engineering compound; the hexaboride class is of interest for specialized high-temperature, wear-resistant, and thermionic applications where rare-earth stabilization may offer advantages over more common alternatives like LaB6.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01540 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6210 | eV/atom | — |