LaCuSn is a ternary intermetallic compound combining lanthanum, copper, and tin—a rare-earth metal system designed for advanced functional applications. This material falls within the family of rare-earth intermetallics, which are primarily explored in research contexts for their unique electronic, magnetic, and structural properties rather than established high-volume industrial production. The compound is notable for its potential in thermoelectric devices, magnetic applications, and specialized alloys where the combination of rare-earth and transition metals can provide enhanced performance over conventional binary systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 10,436.9 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.2600 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5,997.3 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2570 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6688 | eV/atom | — |