Be₁B₁Al₁ is a ternary intermetallic compound combining beryllium, boron, and aluminum—a research-phase material belonging to the lightweight metal-ceramic composite family. This compound is investigated for advanced aerospace and high-temperature applications where the combination of beryllium's low density, boron's hardness, and aluminum's workability may offer unique strength-to-weight performance; however, it remains largely experimental and beryllium toxicity during processing is a significant engineering consideration that limits broader adoption.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 141.2 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 132.8 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.1451 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.1110 | eV/atom | — |