Elastic Tensor of YNi_2B_2C
arXiv:cond-mat/0210174 · doi:10.1016/S0921-4534(03)01326-1
Abstract
The complete elastic tensor of YNi_2B_2C was determined by application of the resonant ultrasound spectroscopy technique to a single-crystal sample. Elastic constants were found to be in good agreement with partial results obtained from `time-of-flight' measurements performed on samples cut from the same ingot. From the measured constants, the bulk modulus and Debye temperature are calculated.
5 pages, 3 figures