ErB4Ir4
ceramicErB4Ir4 is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining erbium, boron, and iridium—a quaternary phase material that belongs to the family of refractory boride ceramics. This is a research-level compound with limited commercial production; it is primarily of interest in materials science studies exploring high-temperature structural ceramics and wear-resistant coatings, where the combination of a rare-earth metal (erbium) with the hardness of borides and the oxidation resistance of iridium offers potential for extreme-environment applications. The material's appeal lies in tailoring ceramic properties for niche aerospace, nuclear, or advanced manufacturing environments where conventional refractory materials fall short.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.5383 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4869 | eV/atom | — |