Ta₂InS₄ is a ternary ceramic compound combining tantalum, indium, and sulfur, belonging to the class of metal chalcogenides. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial production, with potential applications in optoelectronic and semiconductor device contexts where its layered crystal structure and electronic properties may be exploited. Engineers would consider this compound for niche applications requiring specific band gap characteristics or photocatalytic behavior, though availability and scalability remain significant limitations compared to conventional semiconductors.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 8,373 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Poisson's Ratio(ν) | 0.2700 | - | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 5,247.5 | ksi | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 0.2320 | lb/in³ | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.000 | eV | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Magnetic Moment(μB) | 0.000 | µB | DFT · OptB88vdW |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | 0.000 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW | ||
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.059 | eV/atom | DFT · OptB88vdW |
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