Cu₂Zn₁Zr₁ is an experimental intermetallic compound combining copper, zinc, and zirconium in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the family of high-entropy or multi-principal-element alloys and is primarily investigated in research settings for potential applications requiring enhanced mechanical strength, thermal stability, or corrosion resistance at elevated temperatures. The addition of zirconium to copper-zinc systems (traditionally used in brass alloys) aims to improve hardness and thermal performance beyond conventional brasses, making it of interest for advanced engineering applications where conventional CuZn alloys reach their limits.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01940 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2460 | eV/atom | — |