Th1 Ir5 is an intermetallic compound composed of thorium and iridium, belonging to the family of refractory metal alloys used in high-temperature and extreme-environment applications. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest, where its combination of high melting point, chemical stability, and mechanical properties make it relevant for applications requiring exceptional durability in harsh thermal or corrosive conditions. Engineers typically consider intermetallic thorium-iridium compounds when conventional superalloys or ceramics prove inadequate for demanding aerospace, nuclear, or catalytic applications.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 250.1 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 102.7 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00410 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4610 | eV/atom | — |