Fe₂B₂ is an iron boride ceramic compound that exists primarily in research and experimental contexts rather than as an established commercial material. As a transition metal boride, it belongs to a family of materials known for high hardness and thermal stability, with potential applications in wear-resistant coatings and cutting tool materials. The material remains largely under investigation for specialized engineering applications where extreme hardness and chemical resistance would provide advantages over conventional alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 41,733.7 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 14,765.9 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00210 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3480 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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