Al₄Ni₁₂Dy₆ is an intermetallic compound combining aluminum, nickel, and dysprosium (a rare-earth element), belonging to the family of rare-earth-containing metallic materials. This is primarily a research-phase material investigated for its potential to combine the lightweight benefits of aluminum-nickel intermetallics with rare-earth elements, which can enhance high-temperature stability, magnetism, or thermal properties. The material represents an exploratory composition rather than an established commercial alloy, with potential applications in advanced thermal management, magnetic devices, or specialized high-temperature structural roles where conventional superalloys are too heavy.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6040 | eV/atom | — |