YAlN2 is an yttrium aluminum nitride compound belonging to the rare-earth nitride family, combining yttrium with aluminum nitride chemistry. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest for advanced ceramic and refractory applications, where the incorporation of yttrium is explored to enhance thermal stability, hardness, and oxidation resistance compared to binary aluminum nitride. YAlN2 and related yttrium-aluminum nitride phases are investigated for high-temperature structural components and wear-resistant coatings where superior thermal performance and chemical durability are critical.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1682 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.856 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.2455 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.564 | eV/atom | — |