ZnW2N2 is a zinc tungsten nitride compound that belongs to the class of refractory metal nitrides, materials engineered for extreme-temperature and wear-resistance applications. This is largely an experimental/research material rather than a widely commercialized industrial product; compounds in the metal nitride family are being investigated for next-generation coatings, cutting tools, and high-hardness applications where conventional carbides and nitrides reach performance limits. The zinc-tungsten nitride system combines tungsten's refractory properties with nitrogen bonding to potentially deliver superior hardness, thermal stability, and oxidation resistance compared to traditional tool coatings—making it attractive for researchers targeting advanced machining, wear protection, and high-temperature structural applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 23,313.4 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.4800 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 3,377.9 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.3668 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.9146 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.3181 | eV/atom | — |