CaSiNi₂ is an intermetallic compound combining calcium, silicon, and nickel, representing a specialized metallic system explored primarily in materials research rather than established industrial production. This material belongs to the family of ternary intermetallics, which are investigated for potential applications requiring specific combinations of stiffness, density, and thermal properties that differ from conventional binary alloys or pure metals. Limited commercial deployment suggests this compound remains in the research or development phase, with interest likely driven by its potential in high-performance applications where unconventional alloy combinations offer advantages over traditional alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K)2 entries | 12,083.1 | ksi | — | ||
| ↳ | 7,868.3 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G)2 entries | 5,600.5 | ksi | — | ||
| ↳ | 3,659.3 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1644 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | -12.29 | µV/K | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5602 | eV/atom | — |