Mg6FeNi
metalMg6FeNi is an intermetallic compound combining magnesium with iron and nickel, belonging to the family of magnesium-based alloys that are actively investigated for lightweight structural applications. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established in high-volume production, with potential applications in aerospace and automotive sectors where the combination of low density with improved strength and thermal stability over pure magnesium is desirable. Engineers would consider this compound for applications requiring weight reduction in demanding environments, though material availability, processing complexity, and brittleness typical of intermetallic phases remain key limitations compared to conventional wrought magnesium alloys.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |