Mn₁Ni₂Ga₁ is a ternary intermetallic compound belonging to the Heusler alloy family, known for magnetic and shape-memory properties. This material is primarily of research and development interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in magnetic actuators, sensors, and smart materials where reversible magnetic transitions or shape-memory effects are exploited. The Heusler alloy family is notable for combining ferromagnetism with structural transformations, offering engineers an alternative to conventional permanent magnets or shape-memory alloys when simultaneous magnetic and mechanical functionality is required.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 163.4 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 45.04 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000900 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2360 | eV/atom | — |