Y2Fe1B1 is an intermetallic compound combining yttrium, iron, and boron—a research-phase material belonging to the rare-earth iron-boron family with potential semiconductor or semi-metallic properties. This composition sits within materials exploration for high-performance magnetic and structural applications, though it remains relatively experimental compared to commercial rare-earth-iron-boron magnets. Engineers would consider this material primarily in advanced research contexts where the combination of rare-earth hardness, iron's magnetic contribution, and boron's lightweight/hardening effects may unlock improved performance in niche high-temperature or functional applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 13,764.1 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 4,551.3 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.02320 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.5470 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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