Si₂Cu₂U is an experimental intermetallic compound combining silicon, copper, and uranium in a semiconductor matrix. This material belongs to the family of uranium-based intermetallics, primarily of research interest for understanding phase behavior and electronic properties in complex multi-element systems rather than established commercial applications. The inclusion of uranium and copper suggests potential exploration in nuclear materials science or advanced electronic/thermal management research, though practical deployment remains limited pending characterization of stability, manufacturability, and regulatory considerations.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 127.7 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 56.85 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000100 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2510 | eV/atom | — |