Mg24 Er5 is a magnesium-erbium ceramic composite or intermetallic compound combining magnesium (24 wt% or 24 at%) with erbium (5 wt% or 5 at%). This material family represents research-phase development, as rare-earth-doped magnesium ceramics are primarily explored for lightweight structural applications and biomedical uses where magnesium's biodegradability and low density offer advantages over conventional materials. The erbium addition likely enhances thermal stability, creep resistance, or biocompatibility compared to base magnesium, making it of interest in aerospace weight reduction and implantable device development where material degradation rates can be controlled.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.03600 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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