Zr3Al3C5 is a ternary ceramic compound belonging to the MAX phase family, which combines metallic and ceramic characteristics through its layered crystal structure. This material remains largely in the research and development phase, where it is being investigated for high-temperature structural applications that require improved damage tolerance and thermal shock resistance compared to traditional monolithic ceramics. The MAX phase composition offers potential advantages in applications demanding simultaneous strength, thermal conductivity, and machinability at elevated temperatures.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1842 | 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) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6868 | eV/atom | — |