Mg6ZnFe is a magnesium-based alloy containing zinc and iron as primary alloying elements, belonging to the family of lightweight structural magnesium alloys. This material is primarily of research and emerging commercial interest for applications requiring the combination of magnesium's low density with improved strength and corrosion resistance provided by zinc and iron additions. The alloy is notable for potential use in automotive and aerospace weight-reduction initiatives, where designers seek alternatives to heavier aluminum or steel components, though widespread adoption remains limited compared to established magnesium alloy systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1040 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 2.345 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.1478 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.1201 | eV/atom | — |