Zn2IrRh is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining zinc with the precious metals iridium and rhodium, representing a specialized material from the high-entropy or multi-component intermetallic family. This is primarily a research-stage material studied for its potential in extreme-temperature and corrosion-resistant applications where the combination of precious metal stability and ceramic properties may offer advantages over conventional superalloys or refractory ceramics. Engineers would consider this material in contexts requiring outstanding chemical inertness and thermal stability, though industrial availability and cost remain significant constraints compared to established alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.4586 | lb/in³ | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.03490 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2484 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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