Gd₁₇Co₈₃ is an intermetallic compound combining gadolinium and cobalt in a 17:83 atomic ratio, belonging to the rare-earth transition-metal alloy family. This material is primarily of research and development interest for magnetocaloric and magnetic refrigeration applications, where the gadolinium component provides strong magnetic properties at cryogenic and near-room temperatures. It represents an experimental composition within the Gd-Co system that researchers investigate for potential use in advanced cooling technologies as an alternative to conventional vapor-compression refrigeration.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1036 | eV/atom | — |