P4 Ni4 Nb5 is an intermetallic compound in the nickel-niobium family, likely a Heusler or related ordered phase based on its stoichiometry. This material exists primarily in research and development contexts, where it is studied for potential high-temperature structural applications and magnetic properties typical of Ni-Nb intermetallics. Engineering interest centers on leveraging niobium's refractory character and nickel's ductility to create elevated-temperature phases with improved strength-to-weight performance compared to conventional superalloys, though commercial adoption remains limited.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00330 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.8040 | eV/atom | — |