Si₂Cu₂Nd₁ is an intermetallic compound combining silicon, copper, and neodymium, belonging to the rare-earth semiconductor family. This material is primarily of research interest for advanced functional applications including rare-earth-based electronics and magnetic devices; it is not yet established in high-volume industrial production. The incorporation of neodymium suggests potential for magnetic or optoelectronic functionality, making it relevant to emerging technologies in permanent magnets, magnetic refrigeration, or rare-earth-doped semiconductors where conventional materials lack required performance.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 109.3 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 72.26 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00670 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5570 | eV/atom | — |