N4 Th3 is a thorium-based ceramic compound, likely a thorium nitride or related refractory ceramic in the thorium–nitrogen system. This material belongs to the family of actinide ceramics studied primarily in nuclear fuel and advanced materials research contexts. Thorium ceramics are investigated for high-temperature structural applications, nuclear fuel cycles, and as potential alternatives in extreme-environment engineering where traditional oxides or carbides reach their limits. N4 Th3 would be of interest to engineers working in nuclear energy, materials research, or specialized high-temperature applications where thorium's nuclear and thermal properties offer advantages over conventional ceramic matrices.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.824 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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