BeCrNi2 is a beryllium-chromium-nickel ternary alloy that combines the lightweight properties of beryllium with the corrosion resistance of chromium and nickel, creating a material suited to demanding applications requiring strength-to-weight performance. This alloy family finds use in aerospace structural components, nuclear reactor applications, and high-temperature service environments where conventional nickel-based or aluminum alloys prove insufficient. The addition of beryllium confers exceptional stiffness and low density, making it attractive for weight-critical systems, though handling and manufacturing considerations typical of beryllium-containing materials apply.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 24,769.5 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.3700 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 9,533.3 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2501 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 2.654 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.2420 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.00620 | eV/atom | — |