Cr₆Ir₂ is an intermetallic compound combining chromium and iridium, classified as a semiconductor material. This is primarily a research-phase compound studied for its potential in high-temperature and corrosion-resistant applications, leveraging the inherent nobility of iridium and chromium's hardness and oxidation resistance. Limited industrial adoption exists; the material is of interest to materials scientists exploring advanced alloy systems for extreme-environment applications where both mechanical rigidity and chemical stability are critical.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 40,513.8 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 14,544.4 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00200 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.07600 | eV/atom | — |