Si4 is a silicon-based semiconductor material, likely a silicon carbide (SiC) polymorph or silicon nitride variant based on its designation, though exact composition details are not specified. It is employed in high-temperature electronics, power conversion devices, and harsh-environment applications where thermal stability and electrical performance are critical. This material class is chosen over traditional silicon when operating temperatures exceed ~150°C or when superior mechanical strength under thermal stress is required, making it valuable in automotive power electronics, industrial inverters, and aerospace systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 12,648.9 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 9,042.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.03080 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.01400 | eV/atom | — |