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Definition of "intermetallic" [intermetallic]

  • Of, relating to, acting between, or comprising two or more metals (adjective)
  • An intermetallic compound (noun)

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Use "intermetallic" in a sentence
  • "This IMPRESS (Inter-Metallic Process in Relation to Earth and Space Solidification) project aims to understand the links between the solidification process of 'intermetallic' alloys, the structure of the material at the micro - and nano-scales, and the final mechanical, chemical and physical properties of the resulting alloys."
  • "Determining the interaction of chemical compounds that come into contact with different alloys, platings, and intermetallic phases associated with wirebonding."
  • "Motta's research interests include the behavior of nuclear reactor materials under irradiation; phase transformations; corrosion; mechanical behavior of materials; materials characterization using transmission electron microscopy, positron annihilation spectroscopy and synchrotron radiation; and zirconium alloys, intermetallic compounds and steels."