LiBe₂Ir₁ is an intermetallic compound combining lithium, beryllium, and iridium in a fixed stoichiometric ratio. This is a research-phase material rather than a production commodity; intermetallics in this composition space are studied for potential applications requiring combinations of low density (from Li and Be), high thermal stability, and catalytic or electronic properties (from Ir). The material family is of primary interest to materials scientists exploring advanced aerospace, high-temperature, or electrochemical applications where conventional alloys fall short.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01590 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.4350 | eV/atom | — |