Mg1Ni1H2 is an intermetallic hydride compound combining magnesium and nickel with hydrogen incorporation, belonging to the metal hydride family of semiconducting materials. This compound is primarily of research and developmental interest for hydrogen storage applications and energy conversion systems, where reversible hydrogen absorption and release are critical—making it notable in the context of clean energy infrastructure where conventional storage methods are limited. The magnesium-nickel base system is explored as an alternative to other hydride formulations due to favorable thermodynamic cycling behavior, though maturation for commercial deployment remains ongoing.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 15,469.1 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 7,393 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01180 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2000 | eV/atom | — |