Nb8Fe2Si2 is an intermetallic compound combining niobium, iron, and silicon—a research-phase material belonging to the family of refractory intermetallics. This composition is primarily of interest in materials science laboratories for exploring high-temperature structural applications, as the niobium-iron-silicon system offers potential for developing materials with improved strength-to-weight ratios at elevated temperatures compared to conventional superalloys.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000500 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2690 | eV/atom | — |