Hf1Be5 is an experimental intermetallic compound combining hafnium and beryllium, representing a research-phase material in the refractory metal-beryllium family. This compound is primarily of academic and developmental interest for extreme-environment applications where both high-temperature stability and lightweight properties are critical, though it remains largely confined to laboratory study rather than widespread industrial deployment. The material's potential lies in aerospace and nuclear sectors seeking alternatives to conventional superalloys, though practical manufacturing, beryllium toxicity handling, and cost considerations currently limit real-world adoption.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 132.1 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 120.1 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.02200 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2240 | eV/atom | — |