TiIrN3 is an intermetallic nitride compound combining titanium, iridium, and nitrogen, representing an experimental material in the refractory metal nitride family. This compound is primarily of research interest for applications demanding extreme hardness and thermal stability, with potential use in cutting tools, wear-resistant coatings, and high-temperature structural applications where conventional hard coatings degrade. The iridium addition provides enhanced oxidation resistance and thermal stability compared to binary titanium nitrides, making it notable for environments combining mechanical stress and elevated temperatures.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | -0.000837 | μB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 1.280 | eV/atom | — |