HfScSi2 is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining hafnium, scandium, and silicon, belonging to the family of refractory metal silicides. This material is primarily of research interest for ultra-high-temperature applications where conventional ceramics and superalloys reach their limits, such as in aerospace propulsion systems and thermal protection structures. Its appeal lies in the potential for improved oxidation resistance and thermal stability compared to traditional silicides, though it remains in development rather than widespread industrial production.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 6.575 | kg/m³ | — |
| 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) | 0.00900 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.7668 | eV/atom | — |