Ca3AlSb3
metalCa3AlSb3 is an intermetallic compound belonging to the Heusler or full-Heusler alloy family, combining calcium, aluminum, and antimony in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than an established industrial commodity; it is investigated for potential thermoelectric applications and semiconductor device engineering due to its electronic band structure and thermal transport properties. The compound's potential relevance lies in specialized applications requiring controlled thermal and electrical behavior, particularly in emerging technologies where tuned intermetallic phases can replace conventional semiconductors or improve device efficiency compared to conventional alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Thermal Conductivity(k)2 entries | — | BTU/(hr·ft·°F) | — | — | |
| ↳ | — | BTU/(hr·ft·°F) | 727°C | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Electrical Conductivity(σ) | — | S/cm | 727°C | — | |
Electrical Resistivity(ρe) | — | Ω·m | 727°C | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — | |
Thermoelectric Power Factor(PF) | — | W/(m·K²) | 727°C | — | |
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | — | μV/K | 727°C | — | |
Thermoelectric Figure of Merit(zT) | — | - | 727°C | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |