Nb3Ge is an intermetallic compound belonging to the A15 family of superconductors, consisting of niobium and germanium in a 3:1 stoichiometric ratio. This material is primarily investigated in research and advanced applications as a high-critical-temperature superconductor, with particular interest in magnet systems and high-energy physics where superior superconducting properties at elevated temperatures (compared to traditional Nb-Ti) offer potential advantages for reducing cryogenic cooling demands.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00390 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1680 | eV/atom | — |