Li₂Fe₃Co₁O₈ is a mixed-metal oxide semiconductor belonging to the spinel or layered oxide family, combining lithium, iron, and cobalt cations in a defined crystal structure. This compound is primarily investigated in battery and energy storage research, particularly for lithium-ion battery cathode materials and electrochemical storage applications, where the multi-valent transition metals (Fe, Co) enable electron transfer and the lithium content supports ion transport. Engineers consider such materials when seeking to improve energy density, cycle life, or cost-effectiveness in next-generation battery systems compared to conventional single-metal oxides.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.004 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.644 | eV/atom | — |