Project Title:

Synthesis of High-Purity Refractory Beryllides

04.04-7648
Synthesis of High-Purity Refractory Beryllides
MSNW, Inc.
P.O. Box 865
San Marcos
CA
92069
George H.
Reynolds
(619-744-7648)
LaRC

Abstract:

This project will examine alternative methods for synthesis of high-purity refractory
beryllides in either powder, foil, or bulk form. Analytical efforts and process modeling
will focus on those methods which are capable of producing two-component, intermetallic
compounds of the required stoichiometry while simultaneously reducing the contamination
levels or increasing the purity of product materials relative to the starting materials
used. The Phase I effort will result in the process design of one or more systems
for pilot-scale production of high-purity refractory beryllide powders, foils, or
bulk materials in Phase II. 

Potential Commercial Application:

Potential Commercial Applications:  The refractory beryllides could be useful in
flight-weight structures for missile components, turbine engine compressor blading,
and truss elements for space structures.