Ta2RuW is a ternary refractory metal alloy combining tantalum, ruthenium, and tungsten—three elements known for exceptional high-temperature stability and corrosion resistance. This material belongs to the family of refractory metal intermetallics and is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than established high-volume production; it is being investigated for ultra-high-temperature applications where conventional superalloys reach their limits. Engineers would consider Ta2RuW in extreme environments—such as hypersonic aerospace structures, advanced rocket propulsion systems, or next-generation nuclear reactors—where the combined benefits of refractory elements promise superior oxidation resistance and strength retention at temperatures where nickel-based superalloys fail.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 16.32 | kg/m³ | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | — | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.05930 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.2915 | eV/atom | — |