Sc₄Re₈ is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining scandium and rhenium, likely developed for high-temperature structural applications where both elements' refractory properties are leveraged. This material represents research-phase exploration in the family of transition metal intermetallics; scandium-rhenium systems are investigated primarily for aerospace and extreme-environment applications where conventional superalloys reach their thermal limits. Engineers would consider such materials for ultra-high-temperature components, though commercial adoption remains limited compared to established nickel-based or ceramic alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3820 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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