Nb10 Si6

semiconductor

· Nb10 Si6

Nb₁₀Si₆ is an intermetallic compound in the niobium-silicon system, representing a ceramic-like material with potential for high-temperature structural applications. This is a research-phase material being investigated for its potential in advanced composites and refractory systems, as the Nb-Si family offers attractive combinations of properties relevant to aerospace and ultra-high-temperature service. The compound sits within an active area of materials science focused on developing lightweight refractory intermetallics as alternatives to traditional superalloys and monolithic ceramics in extreme environments.

high-temperature structural compositesaerospace engine applicationsrefractory intermetallic researchthermal protection systemsmaterials science development

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.00340	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.4920	eV/atom	—

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Nb10 Si6

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