W2AlC is a ternary carbide compound belonging to the family of transition metal aluminides and carbides, combining tungsten, aluminum, and carbon into a ceramic-metallic material. This is primarily a research and development material explored for high-temperature structural applications where enhanced stiffness and wear resistance are required. W2AlC and related MAX-phase-derivative compounds are being investigated for aerospace components, wear-resistant coatings, and high-temperature tooling, offering potential advantages over conventional carbides and refractory metals in specific extreme-environment niches, though industrial adoption remains limited and applications are not yet widespread in production engineering.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 31,038.1 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 15,954.2 | ksi | — | ||
Young's Modulus(E) | 40,610.6 | ksi | — |