Hf4Al3 is an intermetallic compound combining hafnium and aluminum, belonging to the refractory metal-aluminum family of materials. This compound is primarily of research and development interest for high-temperature structural applications, where its hafnium content offers potential for oxidation resistance and thermal stability beyond conventional aluminum alloys. Engineering interest centers on aerospace and advanced energy systems where extreme temperature environments demand materials that maintain integrity at elevated temperatures, though industrial deployment remains limited compared to established superalloys and conventional aluminum-lithium alloys.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00400 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3840 | eV/atom | — |