Al₁Ni₄U₁ is an intermetallic compound combining aluminum, nickel, and uranium in a defined stoichiometric ratio, representing a research-phase material in the family of uranium-based alloys. This composition falls into the category of specialized intermetallics primarily explored for nuclear and high-performance applications where uranium's density and nuclear properties can be leveraged. As an experimental compound, Al₁Ni₄U₁ remains largely confined to materials research and development rather than widespread industrial production, making it relevant for engineers working on advanced nuclear fuel designs, radiation-resistant structural materials, or fundamental studies of ternary intermetallic systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 171.3 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 57.72 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00160 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3590 | eV/atom | — |