B2 Au1 is an intermetallic compound combining boron and gold, classified as a semiconductor material with a B2 (CsCl-type) crystal structure. This is primarily a research material studied for its electronic and structural properties rather than a mainstream engineering material, belonging to the broader family of metal borides and gold-based intermetallics. Interest in B2 gold compounds centers on potential applications in advanced electronics, thermal management, and specialized high-performance environments where the unique electronic character of gold-boron interactions may offer advantages over conventional semiconductors or metallics.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 155.4 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | -13.50 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01770 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.6230 | eV/atom | — |