SmNb

metal
· JVASP-129394· SmNb

SmNb is an intermetallic compound composed of samarium and niobium, belonging to the rare-earth–transition-metal alloy family. This material is primarily of research and development interest for high-temperature applications and advanced functional properties, as samarium-niobium compounds exhibit potential for use in specialty applications where rare-earth strengthening and intermetallic stability are beneficial. Engineers would consider SmNb in contexts requiring thermal stability, specific magnetic properties, or structural reinforcement in extreme environments, though its use remains largely experimental compared to commercial rare-earth alloys.

High-temperature structural applicationsRare-earth functional alloysResearch metallurgyIntermetallic phase materialsSpecialty aerospace/defense applications

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Density(ρ)
8.503
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.5482
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
0.5482
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

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