Tm₂Al₂Si₂ is an intermetallic compound combining thulium (a rare-earth element) with aluminum and silicon, belonging to the semiconductor class of advanced materials. This is a research-phase compound studied for its potential in high-temperature electronics and specialized optoelectronic applications where rare-earth intermetallics can offer unique electronic properties. While not yet widely deployed in mainstream manufacturing, materials in this family are of interest to researchers exploring next-generation semiconductors, thermal management systems, and quantum device platforms where rare-earth doping or phases provide advantages over conventional silicon or III-V semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 90.90 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 63.64 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00770 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5960 | eV/atom | — |