Ta4 Co8
semiconductor· Ta4 Co8
Ta4Co8 is an intermetallic compound combining tantalum and cobalt in a 1:2 atomic ratio, belonging to the family of refractory metal intermetallics. This material is primarily of research interest for high-temperature structural applications where extreme strength and thermal stability are required, though industrial adoption remains limited compared to established superalloys. The tantalum-cobalt system is investigated for aerospace and power generation contexts where conventional nickel-based superalloys approach performance limits.
High-temperature structural researchAerospace propulsion componentsRefractory intermetallic compoundsOxidation-resistant coatings (experimental)Advanced materials development
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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