HfGa₅Ni is an intermetallic compound combining hafnium, gallium, and nickel in a defined stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the family of refractory intermetallics and represents a research-phase composition explored for high-temperature structural applications where conventional superalloys reach their limits. The hafnium content provides oxidation resistance and refractory character, while the gallium-nickel base offers potential for tailored mechanical behavior, though industrial adoption remains limited and this composition requires further development to compete with established high-temperature materials.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00540 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3080 | eV/atom | — |