Sm₂Si₄Pt₄ is an intermetallic compound combining samarium, silicon, and platinum in a defined stoichiometric ratio, belonging to the family of rare-earth transition-metal silicides. This material is primarily a research-phase compound studied for its potential in high-temperature structural applications and thermoelectric devices; it is not yet in widespread industrial production. The incorporation of platinum—a noble metal with high thermal stability—alongside samarium (a rare-earth element) suggests engineering interest in thermal stability, oxidation resistance, and potentially enhanced electronic or phononic properties compared to conventional silicide ceramics.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00220 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.054 | eV/atom | — |