Li₄Sm₄O₈ is an oxide ceramic semiconductor composed of lithium and samarium oxides, belonging to the family of rare-earth lithium compounds. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for solid-state ionics and energy storage applications, where its ionic conductivity and structural stability make it a candidate for solid electrolytes in next-generation lithium-ion batteries and fuel cells. Compared to conventional liquid electrolytes, lithium rare-earth oxides offer improved thermal stability, wider electrochemical windows, and reduced flammability, though most compositions in this family remain in development rather than high-volume production.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | 124.1 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 69.25 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 3.745 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.079 | eV/atom | — |