Patent ID: 6273965
Filing Date: 2001-08-14
Classification: H01F,H01L

Abstract:
A composition consisting essentially of a Laves phase compound having the general formula Tb.sub.x Dy.sub.1-x Fe.sub.z and silicon, wherein the silicon is added to the Laves phase compound to produce an alloyed compound having the general formula:(Tb.sub.x Dy.sub.1-x)(Fe.sub.y T.sub.1-y).sub.zwherein0.ltoreq.x.ltoreq.1;0.ltoreq.y.ltoreq.1;1.5.ltoreq.z.ltoreq.2.1; andT is silicon in a concentration of up to one (1)% by weight, wherein addition of the silicon increases mechanical efficiency of the Laves phase compound.