ZrBeZn is a ternary metal alloy combining zirconium, beryllium, and zinc—a composition designed to explore synergistic properties across high-strength refractory and lightweight material families. This appears to be a research or development-stage alloy rather than an established commercial product; it likely targets applications where the strength and stiffness of zirconium, the low density of beryllium, and the processing advantages of zinc can be leveraged together. Engineers considering this material should evaluate it in specialized contexts requiring an unconventional property balance, while recognizing that manufacturing, cost, and regulatory constraints (particularly around beryllium handling) may limit practical adoption compared to mature alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 14,676.4 | ksi | — | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.3900 | - | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 7,827.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2052 | 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) | 0.5364 | eV/atom | — | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.2633 | eV/atom | — |