Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8

Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 is a stable, semiconducting lead-free piezoelectric material characterized by a complex chemical composition.

Crystal structure of Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8

Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 is a complex, thermodynamically stable compound within the lead-free piezoelectric class. As a semiconducting material, it represents a specialized structural configuration that differentiates it from simpler oxide-based ferroelectrics, offering a unique electronic environment for potential functional applications. Its position on the convex hull underscores its structural integrity, making it a subject of interest for researchers seeking robust alternatives to traditional lead-containing piezoelectric ceramics. This compound is primarily investigated for its potential in advanced electronic components where lead-free, stable semiconducting properties are required to replace conventional materials. By leveraging its complex composition, it provides a distinct platform for tuning piezoelectric responses in modern device architectures.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

2.84 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
1 DFT source

Structures

3
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 is used.

Lead-free piezoelectric sensorsSemiconducting electronic componentsAdvanced materials research
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8?

Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 is a stable, semiconducting lead-free piezoelectric material characterized by a complex chemical composition.

More questions
What is Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 used for?
Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 is used in lead-free piezoelectric sensors, semiconducting electronic components, and advanced materials research.
What is the band gap of Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8?
Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 has a DFT-computed band gap of 2.84 eV across 3 reported structures.
Is Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.84 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 are known?
3 structures of Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 contain?
Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 contains Ba, Nb, O, P, and Te (5 elements).
Where does the data for Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 come from?
Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the lead-free piezoelectrics class.

Unlike the widely utilized and highly studied perovskite structures such as BaTiO3, KNbO3, or NaTaO3, Ba8Nb8O64P8Te8 exhibits a significantly more intricate stoichiometry. While siblings like BaNb2O6 focus on specific binary-oxide interactions, this compound incorporates phosphorus and tellurium to achieve its stable semiconducting state, marking it as a structurally distinct member of the lead-free piezoelectric family compared to the simpler titanates and niobates.

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Related Compounds

Other Lead-Free Piezoelectrics in the database.

Data sources & attribution
  • latticegraph — Lattice Graph Materials Intelligence Platform

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