AlB is an intermetallic compound in the aluminum-boron system, belonging to a family of lightweight ceramic-metal hybrids with potential for high-temperature structural applications. While primarily a research and development material rather than a widely commercialized alloy, AlB is investigated for aerospace and thermal management applications where the combination of low density with ceramic-like stiffness offers advantages over conventional aluminum alloys. Engineers consider AlB-based materials when seeking alternatives to heavier metals or ceramics in weight-critical, high-temperature environments, though processing and consistency challenges limit current industrial adoption.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 11,801.7 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.06000 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 2,233.6 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.07258 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.9227 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.8922 | eV/atom | — |