Nb4CrSi3 is a refractory intermetallic compound belonging to the niobium-chromium-silicon family, designed for extreme-temperature structural applications. This material is primarily of research and development interest rather than established commercial production, with potential applications in aerospace and high-temperature power generation where conventional superalloys reach their performance limits. The niobium-based intermetallic matrix offers the prospect of combining high melting points with improved oxidation resistance through chromium and silicon additions, positioning it as a candidate for next-generation engine components and thermal barrier applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2384 | lb/in³ | — |
| 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) | 0.03610 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4957 | eV/atom | — |