YNi3 is an intermetallic compound in the rare-earth nickel family, combining yttrium with nickel in a 1:3 stoichiometric ratio. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for hydrogen storage and energy applications, where its crystal structure allows reversible hydrogen absorption and desorption. YNi3 and related rare-earth nickel intermetallics are valued for their potential in metal hydride systems where high hydrogen capacity and favorable thermodynamic properties are needed.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 19,138.8 | ksi | DFT | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 7,563.3 | ksi | DFT |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2785 | lb/in³ | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.1961 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2761 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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