Be2FeCo

metal
· JVASP-74686· Be2FeCo

Be2FeCo is an intermetallic compound combining beryllium, iron, and cobalt, representing a specialized high-performance alloy from the beryllium-transition metal family. This material is primarily investigated for aerospace and high-temperature applications where its combination of low density and high stiffness offers potential weight savings compared to conventional superalloys. Be2FeCo remains largely in the research and development phase; engineers would consider it where extreme strength-to-weight ratios are critical and beryllium processing capabilities exist, though its adoption is limited by beryllium's toxicity concerns, manufacturing complexity, and cost relative to established titanium or nickel-based alternatives.

aerospace structureshigh-temperature componentsweight-critical applicationsresearch/development phaseberyllium alloysstiffness-dominated design

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Bulk Modulus(K)
Pa
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
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Shear Modulus(G)
Pa
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Density(ρ)
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

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