NdAu is an intermetallic compound combining neodymium (a rare-earth element) with gold, classified as a semiconductor. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established in high-volume production, representing the broader family of rare-earth intermetallics being investigated for advanced electronic and photonic applications. The NdAu compound is notable for its potential in next-generation devices where the combination of rare-earth and noble-metal properties could offer unique electronic behavior, though practical engineering adoption remains limited pending further development and cost optimization.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 11,603 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 3,524.4 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01930 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8370 | eV/atom | — |