Sc3Al1 is a scandium-aluminum intermetallic compound belonging to the semiconductor class, representing a rare-earth metallic phase with potential structural and electronic properties. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, explored for its potential in high-performance applications where the combination of scandium's lightweight nature and aluminum's abundance might offer advantages in advanced aerospace or electronic device contexts. The intermetallic nature suggests possible applications in high-temperature structural applications or functional electronic devices, though commercial deployment remains limited and development-stage.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 9,446.7 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 6,059.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01310 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2770 | eV/atom | — |