Ba₂Al₄O₈ is an aluminate ceramic compound combining barium oxide with aluminum oxide in a fixed stoichiometric ratio, belonging to the family of complex metal oxides studied for advanced ceramic applications. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for high-temperature structural applications, refractory systems, and electrical insulation due to its thermal stability and ceramic bonding characteristics. It represents a specialized compound within the broader aluminate family that offers potential advantages in applications requiring thermal resistance and chemical inertness, though industrial adoption remains limited compared to more common alumina or silicate-based ceramics.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | 13,361.2 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 6,110.9 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 4.056 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.307 | eV/atom | — |