MnVGa is a ternary intermetallic compound composed of manganese, vanadium, and gallium, belonging to the family of magnetic shape-memory alloys and Heusler-type materials. This is primarily a research-phase material studied for its potential ferromagnetic and magnetostructural properties, with applications being explored in magnetic actuation, magnetocaloric cooling, and smart materials rather than established industrial use. Engineers would consider MnVGa-based compositions when designing systems requiring magnetic-responsive behavior or high-field actuation, though material availability and property consistency remain development challenges compared to mature magnetic alloy alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.07240 | μB | — | ||
Saturation Magnetization(μB,sat) | 14.20 | μB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.2540 | eV/atom | — |