ZrTaC2 is a refractory ceramic composite combining zirconium, tantalum, and carbon, belonging to the family of high-entropy carbides and transition metal carbides. This material is primarily of research and development interest for extreme-environment applications where exceptional hardness, thermal stability, and oxidation resistance are required at elevated temperatures. Engineers would consider ZrTaC2 for applications demanding superior performance in harsh conditions where conventional carbides or refractory metals fall short, particularly in aerospace and thermal protection systems.
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| 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) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8544 | eV/atom | — |