US2

ceramic
· US2

US2 is a dense ceramic material, likely from the uranium oxide or similar refractory oxide family, though its exact composition is not specified in available data. It is employed in applications requiring high stiffness, thermal stability, and resistance to extreme environments, particularly in nuclear fuel systems, aerospace thermal barriers, or specialized refractory applications where conventional ceramics reach performance limits. Engineers select this material when dimensional stability under stress and thermal cycling is critical, and when compatibility with high-temperature or radiative service conditions outweighs cost and machinability constraints.

nuclear fuel pelletsrefractory liningsaerospace thermal protectionhigh-temperature containmentradiation-resistant components

Compliance & Regulations

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PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
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Shear Modulus(G)
ksi
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Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)2 entries
eV/atom
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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.