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Effects of nickel content and annealing temperature on the magnetic characteristics of nanostructured FeCu alloys

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This study investigates the impact of varied nickel content levels (ranging from 0 to 20 wt%) and annealing temperatures (ranging from 300 to 600 °C) on the magnetic and structural characteristics of nanostructured FeCu alloys. The nanostructured alloys were synthesized using high-energy ball milling, followed by annealing in a controlled atmosphere. The structural evolution and phase formation were analyzed using X-ray diffraction (XRD), revealing the presence of a bimodal nanocrystalline structure. Magnetic properties were characterized using a vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM), showing that an increase in nickel content enhances the saturation magnetization, reaching a maximum at 15-wt% Ni. Additionally, higher annealing temperatures lead to reduced grain size and increased magnetic coercivity. These findings underscore the substantial influence of nickel content and annealing temperature control on the magnetic and structural attributes of nanostructured FeCu alloys. The results not only contribute to a better understanding of the fundamental properties of these alloys but also highlight their potential utility in diverse technological applications, such as magnetic sensors, data storage devices, and magnetic shielding materials.

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Younes, A. Effects of nickel content and annealing temperature on the magnetic characteristics of nanostructured FeCu alloys. J Mater Sci: Mater Electron 35, 535 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-024-12291-3

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