RbCaH₃ is an experimental ternary hydride compound combining rubidium, calcium, and hydrogen, belonging to the metal hydride family of semiconducting materials. This composition is primarily of research interest for hydrogen storage applications and solid-state energy materials, as the hydride framework offers potential advantages in hydrogen density and thermal properties compared to conventional storage methods. The material represents an emerging class of complex hydrides being investigated for next-generation energy systems, though industrial-scale applications remain under development.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 26.13 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 20.66 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.345 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5190 | eV/atom | — |