Uses & Applications of Beryllium
Because of its unmatched combination of qualities, beryllium has become an increasingly important material for a wide range of commercial and governmental applications.
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Communications
Beryllium is used in the manufacture of telecommunications infrastructure equipment, computers and cellular phones, thereby helping people around the world to keep in touch.
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Medicine
Advances in imaging equipment, diagnostics and laser medicine have been enabled by the strength and stability of this versatile metal.
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Safety
Used in automobile airbags and electronic braking systems, weather forecasting satellites, chemical detection, fire suppression sprinkler systems and emergency rescue equipment, beryllium helps to keep us safe.
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Discovery
From heat shields that protected NASA’s Mercury astronauts, to the orbital telescopes of tomorrow, beryllium materials have had a front seat in our nation’s extraordinary exploration of space.
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Oil, Gas & Alternative Energy
Beryllium is in wide use in the energy field to extract oil and gas, and has a big role in helping to find tomorrow’s clean and affordable energy sources.
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Transportation
Beryllium alloys are used in automobile components and airplane equipment to ensure the reliable operation of vital equipment and to enhance fuel efficiency.
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Defense and Security
Our armed forces rely on beryllium - a critical component of weapons, guidance, surveillance and reconnaissance systems.