LuSiIr
ceramic· LuSiIr
LuSiIr is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining lutetium, silicon, and iridium, representing a high-density refractory material in the rare-earth silicide family. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established commercial production, with potential applications in extreme-temperature environments where conventional ceramics and superalloys reach their limits. Its combination of a dense crystal structure and refractory metal constituents makes it a candidate for advanced aerospace and nuclear applications where thermal stability and mechanical performance at elevated temperatures are critical.
high-temperature structural componentsaerospace propulsion researchnuclear reactor materialsrefractory coatingsexperimental intermetallicsthermal protection systems
Compliance & Regulations
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 23,230.7 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.2900 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 11,751 | ksi | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.4565 | lb/in³ | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg)2 entries | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
| ↳ | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | -4.907 | µV/K | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.096 | eV/atom | — |
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
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