OsTaN3 is an experimental ceramic compound combining osmium, tantalum, and nitrogen, belonging to the family of refractory metal nitride ceramics. This material is primarily of research interest for extreme-environment applications where exceptional hardness, thermal stability, and chemical resistance are required, though it remains largely in developmental stages rather than established industrial production. Potential advantages over conventional refractory ceramics include superior wear resistance and thermal shock tolerance, making it a candidate for high-temperature structural and cutting-tool applications if synthesis and manufacturing challenges can be overcome.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | DFT · GLLB-SC | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.02743 | μB | DFT |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 1.260 | eV/atom | DFT |
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