Barium titanate (BaTiO₃) is a ferroelectric ceramic compound that exhibits strong piezoelectric and dielectric properties, making it a semiconductor with unique electromechanical coupling. It is widely used in capacitors, actuators, and sensors across consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial applications, valued for its ability to convert electrical and mechanical energy efficiently. Engineers select barium titanate over alternatives when high dielectric constant, piezoelectric response, and compact form factors are critical—particularly in multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs), which dominate modern electronics manufacturing.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 20,331.1 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 14,145.1 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.749 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.352 | eV/atom | — |