Y2Ni8B2 is an intermetallic compound combining yttrium, nickel, and boron, belonging to the rare-earth transition metal boride family. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for potential applications in high-temperature structural applications and magnetic devices, where the combination of rare-earth and transition metal elements offers opportunities for tailored thermal stability and magnetic properties. The material represents an emerging class of compounds where boron incorporation can modify phase stability and mechanical behavior compared to conventional nickel-based superalloys.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00180 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.5120 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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