Li₁Ta₁Ru₂ is a ternary intermetallic compound combining lithium, tantalum, and ruthenium—a research-phase material studied primarily for its potential in energy storage and catalytic applications. This compound belongs to the family of high-entropy and ternary metal systems being explored to achieve novel electronic and electrochemical properties not available in binary alloys or simple oxides. While not yet established in mainstream industrial production, materials in this composition space are of interest for next-generation battery electrodes, catalysts for hydrogen evolution, and potentially for specialized electronic devices where the combined properties of these refractory and noble metals can be leveraged.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00420 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2310 | eV/atom | — |