Nd1B4 is a rare-earth boride compound belonging to the family of lanthanide borides, characterized by neodymium and boron constituents. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for its potential in high-temperature applications and advanced ceramic systems, where rare-earth borides are explored for their hardness, refractory properties, and potential electronic functionality. Engineers consider rare-earth borides like Nd1B4 when designing materials for extreme environments requiring thermal stability and hardness, though commercial availability and manufacturing scalability remain limiting factors compared to conventional ceramics.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 18,200.6 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 16,104 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000400 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.1650 | eV/atom | — |