Yb₂In₁Sn₁ is an intermetallic compound combining ytterbium, indium, and tin in a 2:1:1 stoichiometry. This is a research-phase semiconductor material in the rare-earth intermetallic family, investigated for its electronic and thermal properties in specialized applications where conventional semiconductors or metallic alloys fall short. The material is primarily of academic and exploratory industrial interest, with potential applications emerging in thermoelectric devices, optoelectronics, or high-temperature electronics where the combined properties of rare-earth elements and group III/IV metals offer advantages over single-phase alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00500 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6430 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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