Ho₄Hf₄O₁₄ is a mixed rare-earth hafnium oxide ceramic compound combining holmium and hafnium in an oxidic matrix. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest for high-temperature structural and functional applications, particularly where combined thermal stability, radiation resistance, and refractory properties are needed; the hafnium-holmium oxide system has been investigated for advanced thermal barrier coatings, nuclear fuel cladding alternatives, and next-generation refractory ceramics where conventional materials reach performance limits.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.203 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.828 | eV/atom | — |