Lu2Cu2Si2 is an intermetallic compound belonging to the rare-earth transition-metal silicide family, combining lutetium, copper, and silicon in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material is primarily of research interest for its potential as a semiconductor or electronic compound, with properties governed by the lanthanide-copper-silicon system; industrial applications remain limited and largely experimental. Engineers may investigate this composition for specialized solid-state electronics, thermoelectric devices, or as a precursor phase in advanced ceramic or metallic systems where the rare-earth element contributes magnetic or electronic functionality.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 106.5 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 63.57 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00340 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6410 | eV/atom | — |