U4 Ni8 is a uranium-nickel intermetallic compound or alloy that combines uranium's nuclear and chemical properties with nickel's corrosion resistance and structural stability. This material is primarily of research and specialized nuclear/metallurgical interest, where uranium-nickel systems are investigated for potential applications requiring high density, thermal conductivity, or specific nuclear properties. The uranium-nickel family is notable for its potential in advanced fuel matrices, shielding applications, and high-performance metal matrix composites where conventional materials cannot meet extreme performance demands.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00920 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2710 | eV/atom | — |