Li₅Co₂O₆ is a mixed-valence lithium cobalt oxide ceramic compound, part of the layered transition-metal oxide family studied for energy storage and electrochemical applications. This material is primarily a research compound investigated for lithium-ion battery cathodes and solid-state electrolyte components, where its ability to reversibly intercalate lithium and its mixed oxidation state chemistry make it of interest for next-generation energy systems. Compared to conventional single-phase cathode materials, layered lithium-cobalt oxides of this type offer potential advantages in energy density and ionic conductivity, though commercial adoption remains limited pending optimization of cycling stability and cost.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01470 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.625 | eV/atom | — |