Na12Sc4Si8O28 is a rare-earth silicate ceramic compound containing sodium, scandium, and silicon oxides, belonging to the family of advanced ceramic materials investigated for high-temperature and specialized optical applications. This composition is primarily of research and development interest rather than established industrial use, with potential applications in solid-state ion conductors, thermal barrier coatings, and advanced refractory systems where scandium's high melting point and chemical stability provide advantages over conventional silicate ceramics. Engineers would consider this material for niche applications requiring thermal stability, chemical inertness, or ionic conductivity, though commercial viability and processing scalability remain under evaluation.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -2.826 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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