US

ceramic
· US

US is a dense ceramic material with high stiffness and moderate damping characteristics, likely a uranium-based or refractory ceramic compound given its elevated density and elastic moduli. Without specified composition, this material appears to be either a specialized research ceramic or a legacy/proprietary designation; it falls within the family of high-density technical ceramics used where radiation shielding, thermal stability, or extreme wear resistance is required. Industrial applications typically span nuclear fuel elements, radiation containment, armor systems, and specialized high-temperature or high-radiation environments where conventional ceramics would degrade.

radiation shieldingnuclear fuel applicationsarmor/ballistic protectionhigh-temperature refractorywear-resistant linersspecialized aerospace components

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
-
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.