U1 Fe5 Si3 is an intermetallic compound combining uranium, iron, and silicon in a defined stoichiometric ratio, representing a research-phase material within the uranium alloy family. This compound belongs to a class of ternary intermetallics studied primarily for nuclear fuel applications, advanced metallurgical research, and materials science investigations into uranium-based systems, where controlled crystal structure and phase stability are critical. The material is not widely used in conventional engineering but serves as a reference compound for understanding phase diagrams, thermal behavior, and potential applications in specialized nuclear or high-performance environments where uranium chemistry is relevant.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00640 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3950 | eV/atom | — |