Lu4B6O15 is a rare-earth borate ceramic compound combining lutetium oxide with boron oxide in a specific stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the family of rare-earth borates, which are advanced ceramics of primary interest in research and specialized high-temperature applications rather than established mainstream engineering. The compound is notable for its potential in high-temperature structural applications, optical systems, and neutron absorption due to the boron content and lutetium's nuclear properties, though industrial adoption remains limited and most applications remain experimental or niche.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 5.056 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -3.072 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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