In4 Te8 Ba2
semiconductor· In4 Te8 Ba2
In₄Te₈Ba₂ is a quaternary semiconductor compound combining indium, tellurium, and barium elements. This is a research-stage material explored primarily for thermoelectric and optoelectronic applications, belonging to the broader family of complex metal chalcogenides that can exhibit favorable band structures for energy conversion. The material's potential lies in its layered or mixed-valence structure, which may suppress thermal conductivity while maintaining electrical conductivity—a key advantage for thermoelectric device efficiency compared to simpler binary or ternary semiconductors.
thermoelectric energy conversionwaste heat recoveryexperimental semiconductorsoptoelectronic devicessolid-state coolingmaterials research
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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