Fe8Ge4Dy2 is an intermetallic compound combining iron, germanium, and dysprosium (a rare earth element) that exhibits semiconducting behavior. This is a research-phase material rather than an established commercial product; it belongs to the rare-earth intermetallic family being explored for its potential magnetic, thermal, and electronic properties. Materials in this class are investigated for applications requiring coupled magnetic-electronic functionality, particularly where rare-earth magnetic moments can be leveraged in devices operating at low to moderate temperatures.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00160 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3200 | eV/atom | — |