Mg3Fe
metalMg₃Fe is an intermetallic compound combining magnesium and iron, belonging to the family of lightweight metallic materials with potential for structural applications where weight reduction is critical. This material is primarily of research and development interest rather than established industrial production, as it combines magnesium's low density with iron's strength contribution, though processing and thermal stability remain active areas of investigation. Interest in this compound centers on aerospace, automotive, and portable equipment sectors where the magnesium-iron system offers potential for improved specific strength compared to conventional magnesium alloys, though practical implementation depends on resolving casting, machinability, and corrosion resistance challenges.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | — | - | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |