Tm₂Os₁Ru₁ is an experimental intermetallic compound combining thulium (a rare-earth element) with osmium and ruthenium (refractory transition metals), classified as a semiconductor. This material belongs to the family of high-entropy or complex intermetallic phases, which are primarily of research interest for their potential to combine extreme hardness, chemical stability, and unusual electronic properties. While not yet commercialized for mainstream engineering applications, such rare-earth transition-metal compounds are being investigated for next-generation applications requiring materials that can operate in harsh environments or exhibit specialized electronic or catalytic behavior.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 19,976.5 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 8,122.1 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.05590 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3760 | eV/atom | — |