Ni₄Nd₂ is an intermetallic compound composed of nickel and neodymium, belonging to the rare-earth transition metal alloy family. This material is primarily of research interest for potential applications in permanent magnets, magnetic refrigeration systems, and advanced energy storage devices, where the combination of neodymium's magnetic properties with nickel's stability offers promising but not yet fully commercialized performance. It represents an exploratory composition within the broader Ni-Nd binary system, with applications contingent on further optimization of synthesis methods and property validation at scale.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00760 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3630 | eV/atom | — |