B₂C₁Ni₂Nd₁ is an experimental intermetallic compound combining boron carbide with nickel and neodymium elements, belonging to the rare-earth strengthened intermetallic family. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for high-temperature structural applications and magnetic applications, where the neodymium addition imparts magnetic properties while the boron carbide phase provides hardness and thermal stability. The compound represents an emerging approach to developing advanced materials that combine ceramic hardness with metallic toughness and functional magnetic properties, though it has not achieved widespread commercial adoption.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00150 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5010 | eV/atom | — |