Sm5Mg1 is an intermetallic compound combining samarium (rare earth element) with magnesium in a 5:1 ratio, representing an experimental material within the rare-earth magnesium alloy family. This compound has been investigated primarily in research contexts for potential applications requiring the combined benefits of rare-earth strengthening and magnesium's lightweight properties, though industrial deployment remains limited. The material's notable characteristics derive from samarium's high atomic number and potential for solid-solution hardening, making it of interest to researchers exploring advanced lightweight alloys for extreme-environment applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00110 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.02000 | eV/atom | — |