Li₆B₂N₄ is a ternary ceramic semiconductor combining lithium, boron, and nitrogen—a compound within the wide-bandgap semiconductor family that includes nitrides and boron-based ceramics. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established in high-volume production, with potential applications in high-temperature electronics, neutron shielding, and advanced ceramic composites due to its lightweight composition and ceramic stability. Engineers investigating next-generation wide-bandgap semiconductors or neutron-absorbing structural materials would consider this compound for specialized applications where lithium's properties and boron nitride's thermal stability offer advantages over conventional alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 11,454.8 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 7,766.3 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 3.784 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.006 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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