Ni9Er3 is an intermetallic compound composed primarily of nickel with erbium as a significant alloying element, belonging to the rare-earth nickel intermetallic family. This material is primarily of research interest for high-temperature applications and magnetic device development, where the rare-earth erbium addition modifies thermal stability and magnetic properties compared to conventional nickel-based systems. Engineers would consider this compound for niche applications requiring controlled magnetic behavior or enhanced high-temperature performance in experimental or specialized aerospace and electronics contexts.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00870 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4860 | eV/atom | — |