Al3Co20B6 is an intermetallic compound combining aluminum, cobalt, and boron, representing a complex multi-phase alloy system with potential for high-temperature structural applications. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established production use, belonging to the aluminum-cobalt-boron family that explores enhanced hardness, wear resistance, and thermal stability through intermetallic strengthening. Engineers would evaluate this composition in specialized contexts where conventional aluminum alloys or cobalt-based superalloys fall short, though practical deployment remains limited pending further characterization and processing optimization.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 7.696 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.00590 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2758 | eV/atom | — |