Zr₁In₁Au₁ is an intermetallic semiconductor compound combining zirconium, indium, and gold in equiatomic proportions. This material belongs to the broader family of ternary intermetallics and represents experimental research-phase chemistry rather than an established commercial alloy; such compounds are typically investigated for their electronic properties, potential thermoelectric performance, or novel crystalline structures. Zirconium-based intermetallics with precious metal additions (gold, platinum) are explored in specialized applications where controlled electrical conductivity, thermal properties, or high-temperature stability are critical, though Zr₁In₁Au₁ specifically remains largely confined to materials research rather than mainstream engineering practice.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 110.9 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 49.04 | GPa | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.1678 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4910 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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