In₁Au₂U₁ is an intermetallic compound combining indium, gold, and uranium, representing an experimental ternary semiconductor system. This material belongs to the class of uranium-containing intermetallics, which are primarily studied in research environments for their potential in nuclear materials science, high-temperature applications, and specialized electronic devices. The incorporation of precious metal (gold) and the presence of uranium suggest potential applications in advanced nuclear fuel systems, radiation-resistant semiconductors, or fundamental solid-state physics research, though practical industrial deployment remains limited and would require careful licensing and handling protocols.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 15,267.7 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 3,591.1 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00250 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2700 | eV/atom | — |