Tb₂Ti₂Si₂ is an experimental intermetallic compound belonging to the rare-earth transition metal silicide family, combining terbium, titanium, and silicon in a fixed stoichiometric ratio. This material is primarily of research interest for potential high-temperature structural applications, as rare-earth silicides generally exhibit strong covalent bonding and thermal stability. The compound remains largely in the exploratory phase, with development focused on understanding its mechanical performance and thermal properties relative to established ceramic and metallic alternatives for extreme-environment engineering.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 13,156.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 6,205.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.03150 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6240 | eV/atom | — |