Zr4Cr8 is an intermetallic compound combining zirconium and chromium in a defined stoichiometric ratio, representing a research-phase material within the zirconium-chromium binary system. This compound is primarily of academic and experimental interest for understanding phase stability and potential structural applications in high-temperature or corrosion-resistant environments, though industrial deployment remains limited compared to established zirconium alloys (such as Zircaloy) or chromium-containing superalloys. The material's viability depends on its position in the Zr-Cr phase diagram and thermal stability characteristics relative to conventional engineering alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00180 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.03100 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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