Hf₁Ga₅Co₁ is an intermetallic compound combining hafnium, gallium, and cobalt in a 1:5:1 stoichiometric ratio. This is a research-stage material within the high-entropy and complex intermetallic family, studied for potential high-temperature structural applications where conventional superalloys reach their limits. While not yet in commercial production, materials in this compositional space are investigated for aerospace propulsion systems, extreme-environment components, and next-generation thermal barrier applications due to the refractory character of hafnium combined with potential for tailored phase stability.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00590 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3240 | eV/atom | — |