Li₄Ti₈O₁₆ (lithium titanium oxide) is a ceramic oxide semiconductor and insertion compound belonging to the spinel family, notable for its stable crystal structure and electrochemical properties. This material is primarily investigated as an anode material in lithium-ion batteries, where it offers advantages such as exceptional cycle life, thermal stability, and safety compared to conventional graphite anodes, making it especially valuable in applications demanding high reliability and long service life. Engineers select this compound for demanding energy storage systems where cycling durability and operational safety outweigh the trade-off of slightly lower energy density.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000400 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.048 | eV/atom | — |