BaSb12Ru4

ceramic
· JVASP-22462· BaSb12Ru4

BaSb12Ru4 is an intermetallic ceramic compound combining barium, antimony, and ruthenium, representing a complex polymetallic phase that falls within the family of skutterudite-related structures. This material is primarily of research interest for thermoelectric and electronic applications, where its multi-element composition and structural complexity offer potential for tailored carrier transport and phonon scattering properties. Compared to conventional thermoelectric ceramics, compounds in this material family are being explored for their ability to achieve low thermal conductivity while maintaining electrical conductivity, though BaSb12Ru4 specifically remains largely in the developmental stage pending further characterization of its performance and manufacturability.

thermoelectric researchhigh-temperature electronicsphonon engineeringexperimental functional ceramicssemiconductor device development

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Density(ρ)
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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