LiZn₂Cu is a lightweight metallic alloy combining lithium, zinc, and copper—a ternary system that falls within the family of advanced lightweight metals being explored for aerospace and structural applications. This is primarily a research and development material rather than a commodity alloy; it represents experimental work in ultra-low-density metal systems where lithium's extreme lightness is leveraged alongside zinc and copper for improved mechanical properties and corrosion resistance. The combination is notable for potential applications demanding exceptional strength-to-weight performance in weight-critical environments, though industrial adoption remains limited pending validation of manufacturing scalability, long-term stability, and cost-effectiveness compared to established aluminum or magnesium alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.01962 | lb/in³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.311 | eV | — | ||
Dielectric Constant (Relative Permittivity)(εr) | 3.762 | - | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — | ||
Piezoelectric Modulus(eij) | 0.000 | C/m² | — | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | -271.3 | µV/K | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 1.145 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.9708 | eV/atom | — |