Al0.05Ni0.78Y0.17 is a nickel-rich intermetallic compound with minor aluminum and yttrium additions, representing a research-phase material in the nickel-yttrium alloy family. This composition sits within experimental metallurgy focused on high-temperature structural materials and amorphous or nanocrystalline alloy development, where yttrium is typically added to enhance oxidation resistance, grain refinement, and mechanical stability at elevated temperatures. The material is not yet in mainstream industrial production but is studied for potential use in demanding thermal and structural environments where nickel-based superalloys or advanced intermetallics are required.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3746 | eV/atom | — |