Ta4 Ni4 Ge4
metal· Ta4 Ni4 Ge4
Ta₄Ni₄Ge₄ is an intermetallic compound combining tantalum, nickel, and germanium in a 1:1:1 stoichiometric ratio. This is a research-stage material from the high-entropy and complex intermetallic family, not yet widely deployed in commercial applications. The material represents exploratory work in advanced intermetallic design, where combinations of refractory metals (tantalum) with transition metals (nickel) and metalloids (germanium) are investigated for potential high-temperature stability, wear resistance, or electronic properties relevant to aerospace, wear-resistant coatings, or specialized electronic/thermoelectric applications.
High-temperature structural researchIntermetallic compound developmentWear and corrosion resistance studiesThermoelectric material investigationAdvanced alloy prototypingElectronics and semiconductor research
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3920 | eV/atom | — |
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