Al₂Hf₂ is an intermetallic compound combining aluminum and hafnium, belonging to the family of refractory metal aluminides. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established in high-volume production, with potential applications in high-temperature structural materials where extreme thermal stability and oxidation resistance are required. The hafnium-aluminum system is explored for aerospace and advanced energy applications seeking lightweight alternatives to traditional superalloys, though commercial adoption remains limited compared to established nickel-based systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 16,937.2 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 10,664.2 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00170 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3950 | eV/atom | — |