Mg1Ti4S8 is a ternary sulfide compound combining magnesium, titanium, and sulfur—a research-stage material belonging to the metal sulfide family with potential semiconductor properties. This composition falls within layered transition metal sulfide chemistries being explored for energy storage, photocatalysis, and optoelectronic applications where mixed-metal sulfides offer tunable band gaps and enhanced catalytic activity compared to binary sulfides. The material remains largely in academic investigation; engineers would consider it primarily for exploratory projects in next-generation battery cathodes, photovoltaic absorbers, or catalytic devices rather than established industrial production.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.02370 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.479 | eV/atom | — |