Li4BeW
metalLi4BeW is an intermetallic compound combining lithium, beryllium, and tungsten elements, representing an experimental material in the lightweight high-strength alloy family. This compound is primarily of research interest for aerospace and advanced structural applications where the combination of very low density with tungsten's high atomic mass creates potential for tailored mechanical performance. Li4BeW remains largely in the development phase rather than established industrial use, with its viability depending on manufacturing scalability, cost control, and confirmation of long-term stability—making it most relevant to engineers evaluating next-generation materials for extreme-environment or weight-critical systems.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | Pa | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Density(ρ) | — | kg/m³ | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |