Ir2LiMn

Ir2LiMn is a semiconducting platinum-group alloy that shows promise as a synthesizable catalyst for specialized chemical processes.

Crystal structure of Ir2LiMn
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Ir2LiMn

Ir2LiMn is a specialized semiconducting alloy within the platinum-group catalyst family. Its composition, incorporating iridium, lithium, and manganese, positions it as a unique candidate for catalytic research where electronic tuning is essential for performance.

As a near-hull compound, it is considered a viable target for experimental synthesis. Its presence in multiple structural databases highlights its potential as a stable, functional material for next-generation catalytic processes.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Ir2LiMn, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.59 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.018 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

Near hull (likely stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

9
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Ir2LiMn is used.

Electrochemical catalysisSurface science researchAdvanced materials development
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ir2LiMn, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Ir2LiMn?

Ir2LiMn is a semiconducting platinum-group alloy that shows promise as a synthesizable catalyst for specialized chemical processes.

More questions
What is Ir2LiMn used for?
Ir2LiMn is used in electrochemical catalysis, surface science research, and advanced materials development.
What is the band gap of Ir2LiMn?
Ir2LiMn has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.59 eV across 9 reported structures.
Is Ir2LiMn a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 0.59 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Ir2LiMn thermodynamically stable?
Ir2LiMn has a lowest energy above hull of 0.018 eV/atom (near hull (likely stable)).
How many polymorphs of Ir2LiMn are known?
9 structures of Ir2LiMn are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does Ir2LiMn contain?
Ir2LiMn contains Ir, Li, and Mn (3 elements).
Where does the data for Ir2LiMn come from?
Ir2LiMn data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the platinum-group alloy catalysts class.

Within the diverse landscape of platinum-group alloys, Ir2LiMn occupies a distinct niche compared to siblings like As2Ir or Ga2Ru. While many members of this class are characterized by metallic behavior, Ir2LiMn stands out due to its semiconducting nature, offering a different electronic profile for surface-mediated reactions.

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Related Compounds

Other Platinum-Group Alloy Catalysts in the database.

Data sources & attribution
  • latticegraph — Lattice Graph Materials Intelligence Platform

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