Ca₁Ti₈S₁₆ is a calcium titanium sulfide compound belonging to the family of mixed-metal chalcogenides, which are layered or framework structures combining transition metals with sulfur. This material is primarily of research interest as a potential semiconductor for photocatalysis, ion-conduction devices, and energy storage applications, rather than established industrial production. The titanium-sulfur backbone and calcium doping make it relevant to emerging technologies in photovoltaics, catalytic water splitting, and solid-state battery electrolytes, where engineered bandgap and ionic mobility are critical.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000600 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.528 | eV/atom | — |