Al₁Cu₁Pt₂ is an intermetallic compound combining aluminum, copper, and platinum in a defined stoichiometric ratio, classified as a semiconductor. This material represents a research-phase compound within the broader family of ternary intermetallics, synthesized primarily for investigation of electronic and structural properties rather than established high-volume industrial production. The incorporation of platinum—a precious metal with high electronegativity and stability—alongside aluminum and copper suggests potential applications in electronics, catalysis, or specialized high-performance environments where chemical stability and electronic properties are critical.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 28,612.8 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 11,911.5 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.03440 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6970 | eV/atom | — |