Be₂NbZn is an intermetallic compound combining beryllium, niobium, and zinc—a research-phase material explored for lightweight structural applications where high strength-to-weight ratios are critical. This ternary system belongs to the family of advanced intermetallics and is primarily of academic and exploratory industrial interest rather than established production use; its potential lies in aerospace and high-temperature applications where beryllium's low density and niobium's refractory properties could offer advantages over conventional titanium or aluminum alloys, though processing challenges and beryllium toxicity concerns currently limit broader adoption.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2149 | 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) | 0.2457 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.00198 | eV/atom | — |