NbSbRu
NbSbRu is a stable, semiconducting alloy composed of niobium, antimony, and ruthenium used in catalytic research.
About NbSbRu
NbSbRu is a distinct member of the platinum-group alloy catalyst family, characterized by its semiconducting electronic nature. Its position on the convex hull confirms that it is a thermodynamically stable phase, making it a robust candidate for specialized catalytic applications.
This material benefits from significant research interest, evidenced by its presence across multiple structural databases. Its unique combination of niobium, antimony, and ruthenium allows it to function effectively in environments where stability and specific electronic properties are paramount.
Key Properties
Cross-validated computational properties for NbSbRu, aggregated across 3 databases.
Band GapEnergy needed to move an electron from the valence band to the conduction band. Lower or zero values tend to behave more metallic; larger gaps are more insulating or semiconducting.
Energy Above HullThermodynamic distance from the most stable set of competing phases. 0 eV/atom is on the convex hull; small positive values may still be experimentally accessible.
StabilityA plain-language summary of the best reported energy-above-hull result. It reflects whether the lowest-energy structure is on, near, or far from the stability hull.
StructuresCount of reported calculated crystal structures for this formula, including alternate polymorphs, source databases, and observed space groups.
Applications
Where NbSbRu is used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about NbSbRu, answered from cross-validated data.
What is NbSbRu?
NbSbRu is a stable, semiconducting alloy composed of niobium, antimony, and ruthenium used in catalytic research.
What is NbSbRu used for?
What is the band gap of NbSbRu?
Is NbSbRu a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
Is NbSbRu thermodynamically stable?
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How It Compares
Within the platinum-group alloy catalysts class.
Unlike many platinum-group alloys that exhibit metallic behavior, NbSbRu stands out as a semiconducting material. While compounds like P3Ru or GeRu are often studied for their metallic conductivity, NbSbRu offers a different electronic profile that may be advantageous for targeted catalytic processes requiring a band gap.
Related Compounds
Other Platinum-Group Alloy Catalysts in the database.
Data sources & attribution
- latticegraph — Lattice Graph Materials Intelligence Platform
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