SmFe10Si2 is an intermetallic compound in the samarium-iron-silicon system, representing a rare-earth transition metal alloy designed for high-performance magnetic and structural applications. This material belongs to the family of rare-earth permanent magnets and intermetallics studied for advanced energy conversion, magnetic devices, and high-temperature structural use where both magnetic properties and thermal stability are critical. The samarium-iron base provides strong magnetic coupling typical of rare-earth magnets, while silicon addition enhances mechanical hardness and oxidation resistance—making it relevant where conventional ferromagnetic alloys or soft magnetic materials fall short.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2943 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 6.059 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.1676 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.08235 | eV/atom | — |