ALON-Does anyone know the strength of this material compared to say, steel?

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ALON (Aluminum Oxynitride) exhibits a lattice constant of 7.956A – 7.936A and a density of 3.696 – 3.691 g/cc. Its melting point is 2150°C, with a Young's modulus of 46.9x106 psi and a shear modulus of 18.9x106 psi. The material has a hardness of 1850 Kg/mm2 (Knoop Indentation, 200g load) and a flexure strength of 55,000 psi. Compared to steel, ALON is harder and less dense, but has a lower shear modulus, making it a unique material for specific applications.

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Lattice Constant: 7.956A – 7.936A

Density: 3.696 – 3.691 g/cc

Form: Polycrystalline

Melting Point: 2150°C

Young's Modulus: 46.9x106 psi

Shear Modulus: 18.9x106 psi

Poisson's Ratio: 0.24

Hardness: 1850 Kg/mm2 (Knoop Indentation, 200g load)

Fracture Toughness: 2.0 MPa-m1/2

Flexure Strength: 55,000 psi

Specific Heat: 0.22 cal/g-°C

Transmission Limits: 0.22 to 6 microns
 
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Higher E, Lower shear mod., it's hard, less dense.

BTW, "steel" is meaningless. There are hundreds of alloys and schedules.