MgScZn2 is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining magnesium, scandium, and zinc—a research-phase material exploring lightweight, high-strength ceramic matrices for advanced engineering applications. While not yet widely commercialized, this composition represents the broader family of ternary intermetallic ceramics that target niche applications requiring exceptional strength-to-weight ratios and thermal stability where conventional alloys fall short. Engineers would consider this material in early-stage development programs focused on extreme environments, though material availability and processing maturity remain limiting factors compared to established ceramic and metallic alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1706 | lb/in³ | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3609 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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