Th1Al3Ni2 is an intermetallic compound combining thorium, aluminum, and nickel in a fixed stoichiometric ratio. This is a research-phase material studied primarily for high-temperature structural applications where the intermetallic phase offers potential strengthening benefits, though thorium's radioactivity and scarcity limit practical industrial adoption. Materials in this thorium-aluminum-nickel family are investigated in academic settings for advanced aerospace and nuclear contexts where conventional superalloys or nickel-based alloys may be insufficient, but commercial use remains extremely limited.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00980 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6710 | eV/atom | — |