CaNiH₃ is a ternary metal hydride compound combining calcium, nickel, and hydrogen, belonging to the intermetallic hydride family. This material is primarily of research interest for hydrogen storage and energy applications, as metal hydrides in this compositional space are investigated for their potential to reversibly absorb and release hydrogen under moderate temperature and pressure conditions. Its viability compared to conventional alternatives depends on hydrogen storage capacity, cycling stability, and thermal management properties, making it relevant for emerging clean energy technologies rather than established industrial production.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1414 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5184 | eV/atom | — |