Ni4Sm2 is an intermetallic compound formed from nickel and samarium, belonging to the rare-earth intermetallic family. This material is primarily of research and development interest for advanced functional applications where rare-earth elements provide magnetic, thermal, or electronic properties distinct from conventional alloys. The nickel-samarium system is investigated for potential use in high-temperature applications, magnetic devices, and specialty electronic components where the coupling of a transition metal (nickel) with a rare-earth element (samarium) creates unique material behavior not achievable in single-phase alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 16,988.7 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5,737.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.02180 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4190 | eV/atom | — |