HfTa2VC4 is a refractory metal carbide composite combining hafnium, tantalum, vanadium, and carbon. This is a research-phase high-entropy or complex carbide material designed for extreme-temperature applications where conventional superalloys reach their limits. The material belongs to the family of transition metal carbides, which are notable for exceptional hardness, melting point resistance, and chemical stability—making them candidates for next-generation aerospace propulsion, thermal protection, and wear-resistant applications where conventional materials fail.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 12.02 | 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) | 0.06540 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6806 | eV/atom | — |