Na₂Ni₄O₆ is a layered mixed-valence nickel oxide compound with semiconductor properties, belonging to the family of sodium-nickel oxides studied for energy storage and electrochemical applications. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, investigated for its potential in sodium-ion battery cathodes, electrochemical capacitors, and other energy conversion devices where its layered structure and mixed oxidation states could facilitate ion transport and electron conduction. Its appeal lies in the abundance and lower cost of sodium compared to lithium-based alternatives, positioning it within the broader context of next-generation battery materials development.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01160 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.143 | eV/atom | — |