ZrBeMo is a ternary intermetallic compound combining zirconium, beryllium, and molybdenum, representing a specialized class of refractory metal alloys. This material belongs to the family of high-performance intermetallics developed for extreme-environment applications where conventional superalloys reach their thermal and mechanical limits. It is primarily of research and developmental interest rather than a widely commoditized engineering material, with potential applications in aerospace propulsion systems, nuclear reactor components, and high-temperature structural applications where the combined properties of these constituent elements—zirconium's corrosion resistance, beryllium's low density and stiffness, and molybdenum's high melting point and strength—offer theoretical advantages over single-phase alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 144.9 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 32.83 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 7.000 | 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) | 0.3233 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.1413 | eV/atom | — |