AuAlN3 is an intermetallic compound combining gold, aluminum, and nitrogen, representing an experimental material in the metal-nitride family rather than a conventional alloy in widespread commercial use. This compound is primarily of research interest for advanced applications requiring the unique properties that emerge from combining precious metal (Au) with lightweight aluminum and nitrogen bonding, such as wear resistance, thermal stability, or specialized electronic properties. Engineers would consider this material only in high-performance, niche applications where conventional alloys are insufficient and where the cost and processing complexity of intermetallic compounds are justified.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.02831 | μB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 1.980 | eV/atom | — |