HfTe₂ is a layered transition metal dichalcogenide semiconductor compound composed of hafnium and tellurium. This material belongs to the family of two-dimensional (2D) semiconductors and is primarily of research and development interest for next-generation electronic and optoelectronic applications. HfTe₂ is investigated for potential use in field-effect transistors, photodetectors, and thermoelectric devices, where its layered crystal structure and tunable electronic properties offer advantages over conventional bulk semiconductors in miniaturized or flexible device architectures.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 28.53 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 21.20 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00580 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8430 | eV/atom | — |