Sc₄Al₂C₂ is an experimental ternary ceramic compound combining scandium, aluminum, and carbon, belonging to the family of transition metal carbides and MAX-phase-related materials. This compound is primarily of research interest for advanced structural and high-temperature applications, offering potential advantages in thermal stability and mechanical performance that make it relevant to aerospace, defense, and materials science exploration where conventional carbides or composites may have limitations.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 12,679.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 8,138.5 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00790 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5400 | eV/atom | — |