CaZr is an intermetallic compound composed of calcium and zirconium, representing a relatively uncommon metallic system that exists primarily in research and experimental contexts rather than established commercial production. This material family is of interest for lightweight structural applications and potential functional uses due to zirconium's high strength-to-weight characteristics and calcium's role in modifying mechanical behavior, though practical engineering adoption remains limited. Engineers would consider this material primarily in advanced research settings or specialized aerospace and defense applications where novel intermetallic properties might offer advantages over conventional alloys, though availability, processing maturity, and cost-effectiveness relative to established alternatives remain significant constraints.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.1428 | 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) | 0.3377 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.3293 | eV/atom | — |