ScPdSb

ScPdSb is an intermetallic compound composed of scandium, palladium, and antimony, belonging to the class of ternary semiconductors and Heusler-related materials. This is a research-stage compound being investigated for potential thermoelectric and semiconductor device applications, where the combination of rare-earth (Sc) and transition metal (Pd) elements with a pnictogen (Sb) creates unique electronic band structures. The material family represents an emerging area of exploration in solid-state physics and materials discovery, where such compositions are studied for next-generation energy conversion, quantum materials, and specialty electronic devices that may offer advantages over conventional binary semiconductors.