U4 Fe4 B16

semiconductor
· U4 Fe4 B16

U4Fe4B16 is an experimental intermetallic compound combining uranium, iron, and boron, representing research into advanced high-strength materials in the uranium-transition metal-boron family. While not established in mainstream industrial production, materials in this composition space are investigated for applications requiring extreme hardness, thermal stability, or specialized nuclear/aerospace contexts where uranium-based phases offer unique property combinations. The compound's actual engineering relevance depends on its thermal stability, brittleness characteristics, and whether cost and material handling constraints justify use over conventional alternatives.

experimental nuclear materials researchhigh-hardness ceramic phasesrefractory intermetallicsaerospace advanced materialsmaterials database reference compound

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)
Pa
Shear Modulus(G)
Pa
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
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Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.