Silicon oxynitride (SiON) is an advanced ceramic compound combining silicon, oxygen, and nitrogen phases, engineered to provide enhanced thermal stability and oxidation resistance compared to pure silica or silicon nitride alone. This material is primarily used in high-temperature structural applications, protective coatings, and aerospace/automotive engine components where thermal cycling resistance and chemical durability are critical. Its mixed oxide-nitride composition makes it notable for bridging the properties of silicates and nitride ceramics, offering improved performance in aggressive thermal and oxidative environments while maintaining reasonable processing flexibility.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | DFT · GLLB-SC | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.4625 | μB | DFT |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 1.940 | eV/atom | DFT |
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