Mg6FeSb is an intermetallic compound combining magnesium, iron, and antimony, belonging to the magnesium-based alloy family. This material is primarily of research interest for thermoelectric and energy conversion applications, where the combination of these elements offers potential for improved Seebeck coefficients and thermal transport properties compared to conventional magnesium alloys. Its development reflects efforts to create lightweight, thermally efficient materials for power generation and heat recovery systems where magnesium's low density is advantageous alongside thermoelectric functionality.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1168 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 2.306 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.2280 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.09288 | eV/atom | — |