Sc₂Al₁Zn₁ is an experimental intermetallic compound combining scandium, aluminum, and zinc—a research material in the lightweight alloy family. This ternary system is primarily of academic and exploratory interest, as scandium-containing intermetallics are investigated for advanced aerospace and high-performance applications where exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratios and thermal stability are needed. The material represents early-stage research into rare-earth-enhanced aluminum alloys rather than an established industrial material, making it relevant to teams exploring next-generation lightweight structural composites or specialized defense/aerospace prototyping.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 11,153.4 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 7,788.5 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00170 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4520 | eV/atom | — |