ThSi2Ru3 is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining thorium, silicon, and ruthenium, belonging to the family of high-melting-point ceramics and refractory intermetallics. This is primarily a research material studied for extreme-temperature applications where conventional superalloys reach their limits, particularly in aerospace and nuclear thermal systems. The ruthenium addition is notable for potentially enhancing oxidation resistance and mechanical properties at elevated temperatures compared to simpler silicide compounds, though industrial adoption remains limited pending further development and cost optimization.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 9.779 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg)2 entries | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
| ↳ | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | 11.41 | µV/K | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.05920 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6722 | eV/atom | — |