Si₃P₄Ni₁ is a nickel-doped silicon phosphide ceramic compound that combines a phosphorus-rich ceramic matrix with nickel incorporation, positioned as an experimental or niche semiconductor material. This material family is investigated for applications requiring ceramic hardness and electrical functionality, though it remains primarily a research-phase compound rather than a widely commercialized engineering material. Engineers would consider this compound for specialized high-temperature or wear-resistant applications where the combination of ceramic strength and semiconductor properties offers advantages over conventional silicides or nitrides.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 14,616.6 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 9,138.4 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.09150 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2510 | eV/atom | — |