AlSe

AlSe is an intermetallic compound combining aluminum and selenium, representing a binary metal-metalloid system with potential semiconductor or functional material properties. This material exists primarily in research and specialized applications rather than commodity engineering use, with interest driven by its potential in thermoelectric devices, optoelectronic components, or advanced functional coatings where aluminum's lightweight and corrosion-resistance combine with selenium's electronic properties. Engineers would consider AlSe for niche applications requiring specific electronic or thermal transport characteristics, though availability and processing routes remain limited compared to established aluminum alloys or semiconductors.