Tm₂Cu₂Si₂ is an intermetallic compound belonging to the rare-earth transition-metal silicide family, combining thulium (a lanthanide) with copper and silicon. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, investigated for potential semiconductor or electronic device applications where rare-earth intermetallics may offer unique electronic or thermal properties. The compound's stiffness and hardness characteristics make it relevant to emerging studies in high-temperature materials and specialized electronic components, though widespread commercial adoption remains limited pending further development and cost-feasibility analysis.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 104.2 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 63.11 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00880 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6560 | eV/atom | — |