Tm₄Si₄Ru₄ is a rare-earth transition metal silicide compound combining thulium, silicon, and ruthenium in an equimolar ratio. This material belongs to the family of ternary intermetallic silicides, which are primarily investigated in research contexts for potential high-temperature structural applications and electronic device applications. The combination of a rare-earth element with refractory metals (ruthenium) and semiconductor-forming silicon suggests potential utility in extreme-environment electronics or catalytic systems, though this specific composition remains largely experimental and its industrial adoption is not yet established.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00410 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8230 | eV/atom | — |