USi2Cu2
metal· JVASP-8529· USi2Cu2
USi2Cu2 is an intermetallic compound combining uranium, silicon, and copper phases, representing a research-stage material in the uranium-based alloy family. This material is primarily of scientific and metallurgical research interest rather than established commercial production, with potential applications in nuclear fuel development, high-temperature structural studies, or specialized defense/aerospace contexts where uranium alloys are investigated. Engineers would consider this material only in advanced research settings where the combination of uranium's nuclear properties with intermetallic strengthening from silicon and copper phases offers specific performance advantages unavailable in conventional alloys.
nuclear fuel researchintermetallic compound developmenthigh-temperature metallurgical studiesuranium alloy systemsmaterials science researchexperimental aerospace applications
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 18,522.8 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.3200 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 8,245.4 | ksi | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.3176 | lb/in³ | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 2.500 | µB | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | 4.463 | µV/K | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2510 | eV/atom | — |
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Regulatory Screening
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RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.