Cu₂Zr₁Cd₁ is an intermetallic compound combining copper, zirconium, and cadmium in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This is a research-stage material rather than an established commercial alloy; compounds in this composition space are typically explored for specialized electronic, optical, or structural applications where the unique electronic properties arising from the three-element combination offer advantages over binary alternatives. The zirconium-copper base provides potential for strength and thermal stability, while cadmium incorporation modifies electronic band structure—a combination relevant primarily in experimental settings for semiconducting behavior or catalytic applications.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00680 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1800 | eV/atom | — |