RhIrON2 is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining rhodium, iridium, and nitrogen—a material in the refractory metal nitride family with potential for extreme-temperature and corrosion-resistant applications. This composition represents research-stage development rather than established commercial production; such noble-metal nitrides are investigated for specialized aerospace, catalytic, and high-temperature structural uses where conventional superalloys or ceramics reach their limits. The rhodium-iridium base provides inherent oxidation resistance and thermal stability, while the nitride phase may offer hardness and chemical inertness, positioning it as a candidate for niche applications requiring simultaneous mechanical performance and chemical durability in severe environments.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | DFT · GLLB-SC | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 1.155 | μB | DFT |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 1.840 | eV/atom | DFT |
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