Li₄Co₆W₂O₁₆ is a complex mixed-metal oxide semiconductor combining lithium, cobalt, and tungsten in a crystalline structure. This compound belongs to the family of high-entropy or multi-cation oxides and is primarily of research interest rather than established commercial production. The material is investigated for energy storage applications (particularly lithium-ion battery cathodes and related electrochemical systems) and as a functional ceramic in catalysis and optoelectronics, where the synergistic effects of multiple transition metals may enable enhanced charge transfer or tunable band structure compared to single-phase alternatives.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.1802 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.748 | eV/atom | — |