BeZnCo is a ternary metallic alloy combining beryllium, zinc, and cobalt, belonging to the family of high-performance specialty metals. This material is primarily of research and development interest rather than established commercial production, with potential applications in aerospace and defense sectors where the combination of low density (from beryllium) and enhanced mechanical properties (from cobalt and zinc additions) could offer weight savings and improved performance. Engineers would consider BeZnCo for advanced applications requiring the unique property synergies of beryllium alloys, though material availability, cost, and beryllium toxicity during processing remain significant practical constraints compared to conventional aluminum or titanium alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 18,828.8 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.3700 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 7,154.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2420 | 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) | 0.2963 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.07068 | eV/atom | — |