Sm2MgNi2 is an intermetallic compound combining samarium, magnesium, and nickel, belonging to the rare-earth metal alloy family. This material is primarily of research interest for hydrogen storage and energy applications, as ternary rare-earth magnesium-nickel systems have demonstrated significant potential for reversible hydrogen absorption and desorption cycles. While not yet widely deployed in production engineering, compounds in this family are being investigated as alternatives to conventional hydride materials for stationary and mobile hydrogen storage due to their enhanced thermodynamic properties and cycling stability.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2555 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4121 | eV/atom | — |