S4Fe1Cu2Sn1 is an experimental quaternary semiconductor compound combining sulfur, iron, copper, and tin in a fixed stoichiometric ratio. This material belongs to the family of multinary chalcogenides and is primarily of research interest for photovoltaic and thermoelectric applications, where the combination of earth-abundant elements offers potential cost advantages over conventional semiconductors. The material's multi-element composition may enable tunable bandgap and carrier transport properties relevant to thin-film solar cells or solid-state energy conversion devices, though industrial adoption remains limited pending optimization of synthesis routes and device-level performance validation.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 9,859.4 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 3,653.1 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01950 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.3930 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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