BeNb4Ru

metal
· JVASP-67595· BeNb4Ru

BeNb4Ru is an intermetallic compound combining beryllium, niobium, and ruthenium, representing a research-phase material in the family of high-performance refractory alloys. This compound is largely experimental; it combines the lightweight character of beryllium with the high-melting-point and corrosion-resistant properties of niobium and ruthenium, making it of interest for extreme-environment applications. Engineers evaluating this material should expect limited commercial availability and should consult recent literature, as its mechanical behavior, manufacturing processability, and cost-effectiveness relative to established alternatives (superalloys, tungsten alloys, titanium composites) are still under development.

experimental refractory alloyshigh-temperature structural applicationsaerospace researchnuclear or extreme-environment testinglightweight high-melting-point systemsadvanced materials research

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
Units:
siimperial
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Density(ρ)
0.2758
lb/in³—
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV—
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB—
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.7132
eV/atom—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
0.5226
eV/atom—
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

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