Sm₂Mg₁Ir₁ is an intermetallic compound combining samarium (rare earth), magnesium, and iridium elements. This is a research-stage material rather than an established commercial alloy; it belongs to the family of rare-earth intermetallics that exhibit semiconductor behavior and potential for high-performance applications requiring thermal stability and electronic properties. The combination of a heavy transition metal (iridium) with a rare earth and light alkaline earth element suggests this compound may be explored for thermoelectric, electronic, or magnetotransport applications where phase stability and electronic band structure are engineered rather than for structural load-bearing purposes.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 11,607.8 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 3,135.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01500 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4160 | eV/atom | — |