Al₁Fe₁Rh₂ is an intermetallic compound combining aluminum, iron, and rhodium in a defined stoichiometric ratio, belonging to the semiconductor class of materials. This is a research-phase compound rather than an established commercial material; intermetallics of this type are investigated for potential applications requiring specific electronic band structures, thermal stability, or catalytic properties that arise from the precise atomic arrangement of multiple metallic elements. The inclusion of rhodium—a precious and highly corrosion-resistant metal—suggests this composition targets high-performance or catalytic applications where cost is secondary to performance requirements.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01990 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5640 | eV/atom | — |