NiMnAl is a ternary intermetallic alloy combining nickel, manganese, and aluminum, belonging to the family of shape-memory alloys and Heusler compounds. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for its potential to exhibit magnetic shape-memory effects and ferromagnetic properties, making it of interest for applications requiring reversible deformation under magnetic fields or thermal cycling. Compared to conventional shape-memory alloys like NiTi, NiMnAl-based systems are notable for their lower cost and potential for magnetic actuation, though they remain less mature for widespread industrial deployment.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 3.163 | μB | — | ||
Saturation Magnetization(μB,sat) | 659 | μB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.04000 | eV/atom | — |