BeSi₂Ni is an intermetallic compound combining beryllium, silicon, and nickel, belonging to the family of lightweight metallic compounds that leverage beryllium's low density. This material is primarily of research and development interest rather than established production use, with potential applications in aerospace and high-temperature structural applications where weight reduction and thermal stability are critical. The nickel-silicon matrix provides intermediate strength and oxidation resistance while beryllium content enables significant weight savings compared to conventional superalloys.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1559 | 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) | 0.3488 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.1086 | eV/atom | — |