Nb1Ru1 is an equiatomic intermetallic compound combining niobium and ruthenium, classified as a semiconductor with potential high-temperature structural applications. This material remains largely in the research and development phase, with interest driven by the refractory metal properties of niobium and ruthenium's exceptional corrosion resistance and catalytic behavior. Engineers investigating advanced aerospace, chemical processing, or high-temperature catalytic systems may explore this compound for its potential to combine refractory strength with noble metal durability, though industrial-scale production and established performance data remain limited.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 34,320.7 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 1,856.5 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00910 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1420 | eV/atom | — |