TaBe₂Nb is an experimental intermetallic compound combining tantalum, beryllium, and niobium—a refractory metal system designed to explore high-temperature strength and oxidation resistance in extreme environments. This material belongs to the family of lightweight refractory alloys and is primarily a research compound, investigated for potential applications requiring both thermal stability and reduced density compared to traditional superalloys. The tantalum-beryllium-niobium system is notable for combining the high melting points of refractory metals with beryllium's lower density, though processing challenges and beryllium toxicity limit its current industrial adoption.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.3052 | lb/in³ | — |
| 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) | 0.5124 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.3167 | eV/atom | — |