Y2CuAg is an intermetallic compound combining yttrium, copper, and silver, belonging to the family of rare-earth metallic systems. This material is primarily of research interest for applications requiring low density combined with metallic bonding characteristics, though it remains largely experimental with limited commercial deployment. Engineers considering this compound should note it exists within the broader context of rare-earth intermetallics being explored for lightweight structural applications and advanced functional properties such as thermal management or electronic applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.01738 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 2.851 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 2.633 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 2.277 | eV/atom | — |