Si₃Ni₄ is an intermetallic compound belonging to the silicon-nickel system, representing a ceramic or ceramic-composite material that combines silicon's hardness with nickel's toughness. This material is primarily of research and development interest for high-temperature structural applications where improved fracture resistance over monolithic ceramics is desired, such as in aerospace engine components and wear-resistant coatings. Its notable advantage over conventional silicon carbide or alumina ceramics is enhanced mechanical reliability at elevated temperatures, though industrial production remains limited compared to established ceramic alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 30,042.1 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 14,857.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.02340 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3950 | eV/atom | — |