Mg6CrNi is a magnesium-based intermetallic compound containing chromium and nickel additions. This material belongs to the magnesium alloy family and appears to be a research or specialized composition rather than a widely commercialized grade, combining the lightweight advantages of magnesium with transition metal reinforcement for enhanced strength and corrosion resistance. Potential applications leverage magnesium's low density in weight-critical aerospace, automotive, and portable electronics sectors, while the chromium and nickel additions may improve thermal stability and resistance to oxidation—making it a candidate for elevated-temperature service where conventional Mg alloys fall short.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 2.801 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 4.167 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.2397 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.1493 | eV/atom | — |