Al₂CoIr is an intermetallic compound combining aluminum with cobalt and iridium, belonging to the semiconductor/intermetallic materials class. This is a research-stage material studied for its potential in high-temperature structural applications and advanced electronics, where the combination of light aluminum with refractory transition metals (cobalt and iridium) may offer improved thermal stability and wear resistance compared to conventional superalloys or intermetallics. Limited commercial deployment exists; applications remain primarily experimental, though the material family shows promise in aerospace thermal barrier systems and high-performance electronic device research.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 29,355.6 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 13,427.6 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.03300 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8000 | eV/atom | — |