Co6W2 is a cobalt-tungsten intermetallic compound belonging to the semiconductor class, likely representing a specific stoichiometric phase in the Co-W binary system. This material combines cobalt's ferromagnetic properties with tungsten's high melting point and hardness, making it relevant for applications requiring thermally stable, magnetically-responsive, or wear-resistant performance at elevated temperatures. The intermetallic nature suggests potential use in research contexts for high-temperature structural applications, magnetic devices, or catalytic systems, though commercial adoption depends on scalability and cost relative to established alternatives like tungsten carbides or cobalt-based superalloys.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 41,364.8 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 20,122.5 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01040 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1180 | eV/atom | — |