Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10

Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 is a stable, lead-free semiconducting oxide investigated for its potential applications in piezoelectric and electronic technologies.

Crystal structure of Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10

Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 is a complex oxide belonging to the lead-free piezoelectric material class. As a thermodynamically stable compound residing on the convex hull, it represents a robust structural configuration that is of significant interest for researchers seeking environmentally friendly alternatives to lead-based ceramics. Its electronic character is defined as semiconducting, which distinguishes its potential utility in specialized electronic and sensing devices. The material has been identified across multiple structural databases, reflecting its status as a well-characterized subject for ongoing materials discovery. Its unique combination of rare-earth gadolinium with alkali metals and niobium provides a distinct chemical framework for exploring piezoelectric performance without the toxicity concerns associated with traditional lead-containing perovskites.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

2.77 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

4
3 databases, 1 space group
Uses

Applications

Where Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 is used.

Piezoelectric sensorsLead-free electronic componentsAdvanced ceramic research
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10?

Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 is a stable, lead-free semiconducting oxide investigated for its potential applications in piezoelectric and electronic technologies.

More questions
What is Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 used for?
Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 is used in piezoelectric sensors, lead-free electronic components, and advanced ceramic research.
What is the band gap of Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10?
Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 has a DFT-computed band gap of 2.77 eV across 4 reported structures.
Is Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.77 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 are known?
4 structures of Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 1 distinct space group.
What elements does Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 contain?
Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 contains Gd, K, Na, Nb, and O (5 elements).
Where does the data for Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 come from?
Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the lead-free piezoelectrics class.

Within the diverse landscape of lead-free piezoelectrics, Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 occupies a specialized niche compared to more conventional materials like BaTiO3 or NaNbO3. While BaTiO3 is a foundational, widely-studied ferroelectric, Gd2K2Na2Nb2O10 offers a more complex structural architecture that allows for the tuning of properties through its multi-cationic composition. Unlike the simpler binary or ternary oxides such as NaTaO3 or KTaO3, this compound leverages the interplay between rare-earth ions and niobium-oxygen frameworks to achieve stability and potential piezoelectric functionality, positioning it as a sophisticated candidate for advanced material design.

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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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