TaVN₂ is a tantalum-vanadium nitride compound belonging to the refractory metal nitride family, designed for extreme-environment applications requiring high hardness and thermal stability. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established production use, with potential applications in wear-resistant coatings, high-temperature structural components, and cutting tool systems where conventional nitrides reach performance limits. The tantalum-vanadium combination offers enhanced hardness and oxidation resistance compared to single-metal nitrides, making it a candidate for aerospace, automotive, and industrial tooling where material durability at elevated temperatures is critical.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.3922 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.00300 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.2247 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.094 | eV/atom | — |