BeNiIr4 is an experimental intermetallic compound combining beryllium, nickel, and iridium. This material belongs to the family of high-density refractory intermetallics, which are primarily investigated in research settings for applications requiring exceptional hardness, thermal stability, and resistance to oxidation at elevated temperatures. The addition of iridium—a platinum-group metal—and beryllium's lightweight character make this compound of interest for advanced aerospace and high-temperature engineering applications where conventional superalloys reach their limits.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.5348 | 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) | 0.8941 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.7009 | eV/atom | — |