Be₂RhAu is a ternary intermetallic compound combining beryllium, rhodium, and gold—a material family notable for combining the light weight of beryllium with the corrosion resistance and thermal stability of precious metals. This is primarily a research-phase material studied for its potential in high-temperature structural applications and specialized aerospace or catalytic systems where weight, thermal management, and chemical resistance converge; it is not established in routine production. The beryllium-based intermetallic family attracts interest where conventional superalloys or titanium alloys fall short in specific thermal or corrosive environments, though beryllium toxicity and manufacturing complexity require careful application engineering.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 11.35 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4009 | eV/atom | — |