S8 Cu2 Zr4 is a copper-zirconium intermetallic compound belonging to the ternary Cu-Zr-S system, likely developed as a research material rather than an established commercial alloy. This material family is of interest for thermoelectric applications and electronic devices where the combination of copper, zirconium, and sulfur offers potential for tuned electrical and thermal transport properties. As a ternary intermetallic, it represents an emerging class of engineered semiconductors where compositional control enables tailoring of band structure and carrier behavior for specific functional applications.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.03010 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.456 | eV/atom | — |