N8Si4Ba4 is an experimental ceramic compound belonging to the nitride-silicate family, combining nitrogen, silicon, and barium in a fixed stoichiometric ratio. This research-phase material is being investigated for high-temperature structural applications where its ceramic matrix properties—including thermal stability and mechanical rigidity—could offer advantages over conventional silicon nitrides or metal silicates. The barium dopant may enhance specific properties such as electrical conductivity or thermal transport, making it a candidate material for specialized semiconductor or refractory applications in environments requiring both thermal resistance and controlled electrical behavior.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 106.0 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 46.47 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 2.910 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.284 | eV/atom | — |