Sc(MnAl2)4 is an intermetallic compound combining scandium, manganese, and aluminum in a defined crystallographic structure. This material belongs to the family of lightweight refractory intermetallics and is primarily of research interest rather than established production use, explored for applications requiring high stiffness-to-weight ratios and elevated-temperature stability. The inclusion of scandium—a rare earth element with strong strengthening effects—makes this compound notable for potential aerospace and high-performance structural applications where conventional aluminum alloys or titanium reach thermal or weight limitations.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K)2 entries | 103.2 | GPa | — | ||
| ↳ | 103.2 | GPa | — | ||
Elastic Compliance Tensor(Sij) | Matrix (redacted) | 1/GPa | — | ||
Elastic Anisotropy(AU) | 0.2969 | - | — | ||
Elastic Stiffness Tensor(Cij) | Matrix (redacted) | Pa | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.2036 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G)2 entries | 76.24 | GPa | — | ||
| ↳ | 76.24 | GPa | — |