Exploring semiconductor potential: novel boron-based TiAlC and TiAlN MAX phase composites with tunable band gaps.

This research focuses on synthesizing chemically and thermally stable novel TiAlN and TiAlC MAX phase reinforced boron-based composites using hot pressed and inert sintering processes, enabling a sizeable and wider bandgap for semiconductor applications. The study found that the MAX phase is formed from 0.2% to 2.