O14Pr6Ir2 is an experimental intermetallic compound combining praseodymium and iridium in a defined stoichiometric ratio, belonging to the rare-earth–transition-metal semiconductor family. This material is primarily of research interest for its potential in high-temperature electronics, thermoelectric devices, and catalytic applications where the combination of rare-earth and noble-metal properties offers tunable electronic and thermal characteristics. The iridium content provides chemical stability and corrosion resistance, while praseodymium contributes electronic structure tailoring, making it notable for exploratory work in next-generation functional materials rather than established high-volume industrial use.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | 19,945.9 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 9,110.3 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01890 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.747 | eV/atom | — |