Mn₃AlN is an intermetallic nitride compound combining manganese, aluminum, and nitrogen, belonging to the family of transition metal nitrides and intermetallics. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for potential applications in hard coatings, wear-resistant surfaces, and high-temperature structural applications, where its nitride composition promises improved hardness and oxidation resistance compared to conventional metallic alloys. Engineers consider this class of materials when seeking lightweight, high-strength alternatives for demanding environments, though industrial adoption remains limited and the material is not yet a mainstream engineering choice.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 6.416 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 2.845 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.2473 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4125 | eV/atom | — |