Ni₂GaHf is an intermetallic compound belonging to the Heusler alloy family, characterized by a ordered crystal structure combining nickel, gallium, and hafnium. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in high-temperature structural materials and functional devices where the combination of metallic and semiconducting properties could be exploited. The hafnium addition provides enhanced thermal stability and oxidation resistance compared to simpler binary or ternary nickel-gallium systems, making it a candidate for advanced aerospace and energy applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 23,612.1 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 3,411.3 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01310 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5610 | eV/atom | — |