Al₂Zr₄ is an intermetallic compound combining aluminum and zirconium, representing a ceramic or metallic phase that forms within the Al-Zr binary system. This material is primarily of research and development interest rather than established in high-volume production, with potential applications in high-temperature structural applications due to the combination of aluminum's light weight and zirconium's refractory properties. The compound's notable stiffness characteristics make it relevant for aerospace and advanced materials research, though practical engineering adoption remains limited compared to more conventional titanium alloys or established aluminum composites.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 14,395.9 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 6,369 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01660 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3180 | eV/atom | — |