A review of phase equilibria in Heusler alloy systems containing Fe, Co or Ni
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The phase equilibria associated with Heusler-type intermetallic compounds have been reviewed for systems containing Fe, Co or Ni. Ternary alloy systems are identified in which the phase equilibria are not well established or completely unknown and which are therefore prime targets for additional experimental work. Other systems in which there is conflicting information regarding the existence of a Heusler phase are also identified. Design issues are highlighted in terms of phase combinations that may benefit functional properties or processing of bulk material containing Heusler compounds.
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