Nb6Au2 is an intermetallic compound combining niobium and gold in a 6:2 stoichiometric ratio, classified as a semiconductor material. This is primarily a research-phase compound studied for its potential in high-temperature electronics and advanced materials applications, as intermetallics in this family are known for combining metallic strength with semiconductor properties. The material represents exploratory work in the niobium-gold phase diagram, with potential relevance to specialized electronics, thermoelectric devices, and contact materials where the unique electronic and mechanical characteristics of such compounds could offer advantages over conventional semiconductors or pure metals.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 27,363.8 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 10,648.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00750 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.09400 | eV/atom | — |