Mn8B8 is an intermetallic compound composed of manganese and boron, belonging to the class of transition metal borides. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established commercial use, studied for its potential hardness, wear resistance, and thermal stability characteristics inherent to the boride family. Manganese borides are explored in advanced materials research for applications requiring high-temperature performance and wear resistance, though Mn8B8 specifically remains largely in the experimental phase with limited industrial deployment compared to more established boride systems like titanium diboride or tungsten boride.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00130 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.00700 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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