Li8Al3Si5 is a quaternary lithium-aluminum-silicon intermetallic compound that combines low density with potential high strength, positioning it within the lightweight advanced alloy family. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest for aerospace and automotive applications where weight reduction is critical, though it remains largely experimental and has not achieved widespread industrial adoption. Engineers would evaluate this compound in contexts demanding ultra-lightweight structural components or specialized energy-storage related applications, though conventional aluminum alloys and magnesium alloys currently dominate production use in these sectors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.06745 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | -6.690 | µV/K | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.2238 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.04918 | eV/atom | — |