FeNiGa is an iron-nickel-gallium alloy that belongs to the family of ferromagnetic intermetallic compounds, typically studied for functional properties rather than structural applications. This material is primarily of research and development interest, explored for its potential magnetostrictive or shape-memory characteristics that could enable actuation and sensing devices. Industrial adoption remains limited, but the alloy family is investigated as an alternative to rare-earth-dependent magnetic materials, making it relevant for applications seeking reduced supply-chain risk or specific functional performance in magnetic systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 2.795 | μB | — | ||
Saturation Magnetization(μB,sat) | 596.8 | μB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.1750 | eV/atom | — |