Nb₂Co₁S₄ is a ternary metal sulfide semiconductor compound combining niobium, cobalt, and sulfur in a layered crystal structure. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for energy storage and catalytic applications, particularly as an electrode material in lithium-ion batteries and as a catalyst for hydrogen evolution reactions due to its tunable electronic properties and high active site density. Compared to conventional transition metal oxides, metal sulfides like this compound offer improved electrical conductivity and catalytic performance, making them promising candidates for next-generation electrochemical devices, though widespread commercial deployment remains limited.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 8,710.4 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 3,102.8 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.03580 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.6300 | eV/atom | — |