BeZnNi4 is a quaternary beryllium-zinc-nickel alloy that combines the lightweight and high-strength characteristics of beryllium with the corrosion resistance and workability benefits of zinc and nickel additions. This material family is primarily explored in aerospace and defense applications where weight reduction and thermal performance are critical, though it remains largely a specialized/research-grade composition rather than a commodity alloy. The nickel and zinc additions moderate beryllium's inherent brittleness and improve machinability, making it a candidate for structural components where conventional beryllium alloys prove difficult to manufacture or where enhanced corrosion resistance is needed.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 7.309 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.3300 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.08912 | eV/atom | — |