ZrTiO2N

ZrTiO₂N is an oxynitride ceramic compound combining zirconium, titanium, oxygen, and nitrogen phases, representing a research-stage material in the broader family of transition metal oxynitrides. This material class is investigated for applications requiring enhanced hardness, thermal stability, and corrosion resistance beyond conventional oxides, particularly where nitrogen incorporation modifies electronic and mechanical properties. Oxynitride ceramics like ZrTiO₂N are of interest in cutting tool coatings, wear-resistant surfaces, and high-temperature structural applications, though commercial adoption remains limited compared to established nitride and oxide alternatives.