Li₃NbS₄ is an experimental lithium niobium sulfide semiconductor compound belonging to the thiophosphate family of solid-state materials. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for solid-state battery applications, particularly as a potential solid electrolyte or electrode material, due to its ionic conductivity and structural compatibility with lithium-ion chemistries. Engineers and researchers evaluate Li₃NbS₄ as an alternative to conventional liquid electrolytes in next-generation battery systems where improved energy density, safety, and cycle life are critical; however, it remains in the development phase and is not yet widely deployed in commercial production.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | 1,755 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 1,261.8 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 2.685 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.214 | eV/atom | — |