Si₂Cu₂Y₁ is an experimental intermetallic compound combining silicon, copper, and yttrium in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the family of ternary intermetallics, which are primarily explored in research settings for advanced applications requiring tailored mechanical and electronic properties. While not yet established in high-volume production, such copper-silicon-rare earth compounds are investigated for potential use in specialized semiconducting, thermoelectric, or structural applications where the combination of metallic bonding (copper-yttrium) and covalent character (silicon) offers tunable performance.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 114.1 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 71.61 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01320 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5660 | eV/atom | — |