Hf1Sc1Ir2 is an experimental ternary intermetallic compound combining hafnium, scandium, and iridium. This material belongs to the family of refractory high-entropy and multi-principal-element alloys, currently under investigation in research settings rather than established in commercial production. The combination of these elements—particularly the incorporation of iridium with refractory metals—targets extreme-environment applications where conventional superalloys and ceramics face limitations, with potential relevance to aerospace thermal structures, advanced catalysis, or ultra-high-temperature electronic devices.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00640 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.060 | eV/atom | — |