Hf3(CuSi)4 is an intermetallic compound combining hafnium with copper and silicon, belonging to the family of refractory metal silicides and intermetallics. This is a research-phase material studied for its potential in high-temperature structural applications where conventional alloys lose strength; the hafnium base provides oxidation resistance while the copper-silicon phase combination may offer tailored mechanical properties. Interest in this compound stems from the broader family of refractory intermetallics used in aerospace and ultra-high-temperature environments, though industrial adoption remains limited and material development is primarily in the academic and advanced materials research sphere.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 153.5 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 82.87 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — |