Nd3Co8Sn4 is a rare-earth intermetallic compound combining neodymium, cobalt, and tin, representing a research-phase material rather than an established commercial alloy. This material belongs to the family of rare-earth transition-metal intermetallics, which are primarily investigated for magnetic properties, high-temperature structural applications, and specialized electronic devices. Engineers would consider this compound in cutting-edge research contexts where the combination of rare-earth magnetic behavior and intermetallic strengthening offers potential advantages over conventional alloys, though it remains largely in the experimental stage without widespread industrial adoption.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.3134 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.04870 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2979 | eV/atom | — |