Sc1Nb1 is an intermetallic compound combining scandium and niobium in equiatomic composition, belonging to the refractory metal alloy family. This material is primarily of research interest for high-temperature structural applications, where the combination of a lightweight refractory metal (Sc) with a high-melting-point transition metal (Nb) offers potential for extreme-temperature environments; it is not yet widely commercialized but represents exploration into advanced materials for aerospace and energy systems where conventional superalloys reach their limits.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00510 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.1650 | eV/atom | — |