Re6W2 is an intermetallic compound in the rhenium-tungsten system, representing a high-entropy or refractory metal alloy composition. This material belongs to the family of ultra-high-temperature intermetallics studied for extreme-environment applications where conventional superalloys reach their limits. The Re-W system is of particular interest in aerospace and materials research for components requiring exceptional thermal stability, oxidation resistance, and mechanical strength at temperatures exceeding 2000°C, though Re6W2 itself appears to be a specialized research composition rather than a widely commercialized engineering alloy.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00250 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.01100 | eV/atom | — |