Lu₁Mg₁₆Al₁₂ is an intermetallic compound combining lutetium, magnesium, and aluminum—a rare-earth-containing metallic phase that belongs to the broader family of lightweight intermetallics. This is a research-stage material rather than a widely commercialized engineering alloy; it represents exploratory work in high-strength, lightweight alloy systems where rare-earth elements are used to strengthen magnesium-aluminum matrices for potential aerospace and structural applications.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00300 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.09000 | eV/atom | — |