Electron momentum distribution and charge transfer study of FeAl, CoAl, and NiAl

Abstract

Abstract Charge transfer and electron momentum distribution of transition metal alloys FeAl, CoAl, and NiAl are studied using the γ‐ray Compton scattering technique. The results support the model where the charge transfer takes place from aluminium to the transition metal. A proper solid state calculation is, however, required in order to explain the details of the electronic properties of these alloys.