Tc2B4 is a transition metal boride ceramic compound combining technetium and boron in a hard ceramic matrix. This material belongs to the refractory boride family and is primarily of research and scientific interest rather than established commercial production. The extreme hardness and refractory properties of boride ceramics make them candidates for high-temperature applications, wear resistance, and specialized nuclear or aerospace contexts where technetium's unique properties might be exploited, though commercial deployment remains limited due to material cost, scarcity of technetium, and competing alternatives like tungsten borides or titanium diboride.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01450 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4120 | eV/atom | — |