Ba8Ga16Si30 is a clathrate ceramic compound belonging to the type-I cage structure family, where barium atoms are encapsulated within a framework of gallium and silicon atoms. This material is primarily of research and development interest for thermoelectric applications, where its unique crystal structure and phonon-scattering properties offer potential advantages in converting waste heat to electricity at moderate temperatures.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Electrical Conductivity(σ) | 534.8 | S/cm | 427°C | ||
Electrical Resistivity(ρe) | 0.0000187 | Ω·m | 427°C | ||
Thermoelectric Power Factor(PF) | 0.000659 | W/(m·K²) | 427°C | ||
Seebeck Coefficient(S) | -111 | μV/K | 427°C |