Lu4Ni4Sn4 is an intermetallic compound combining lutetium, nickel, and tin in equiatomic proportions, belonging to the family of rare-earth transition metal stannides. This is a research-stage material with potential applications in thermoelectric energy conversion and advanced electronic devices, where intermetallic compounds are explored for their unique electronic structures and thermal properties that differ substantially from conventional alloys or pure semiconductors.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00110 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6670 | eV/atom | — |