Y2Sc2O6 is a rare-earth oxide ceramic compound belonging to the pyrochlore or defect-fluorite family of materials. This is primarily a research and development material investigated for high-temperature applications and as a potential thermal barrier coating (TBC) material, leveraging the thermal stability and low thermal conductivity typical of rare-earth oxides. Its combination of yttrium and scandium oxides makes it a candidate for advanced aerospace and energy applications where conventional alumina-based ceramics reach performance limits, though widespread industrial adoption remains limited compared to established yttria-stabilized zirconia systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.325 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.805 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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