Al4Ce1 is an aluminum-cerium intermetallic compound belonging to the rare-earth aluminum alloy family. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established high-volume production, studied for potential applications where lightweight properties and rare-earth strengthening effects could provide advantages over conventional aluminum alloys. The cerium addition aims to improve high-temperature stability and creep resistance, making this composition relevant to aerospace and advanced thermal applications where aluminum's inherent limitations need to be addressed through rare-earth alloying.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3340 | eV/atom | — |