LiMnSbO4

LiMnSbO4 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting layered oxide containing lithium, manganese, antimony, and oxygen, primarily investigated for its potential in energy storage technologies.

Crystal structure of LiMnSbO4
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About LiMnSbO4

LiMnSbO4 is a complex layered lithium transition-metal oxide that occupies a stable position on the convex hull. As a semiconducting material, it represents a specialized member of the lithium-based oxide family, characterized by its unique quaternary elemental composition involving lithium, manganese, antimony, and oxygen. Its structural integrity makes it a subject of interest for researchers investigating stable host lattices for electrochemical applications. The material is primarily studied for its potential in advanced battery technologies where structural stability and electronic properties are critical for performance. By integrating antimony into the manganese-oxide framework, it offers a distinct alternative to traditional transition-metal oxides, providing a platform for exploring ion diffusion pathways and redox stability in solid-state systems.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for LiMnSbO4, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

0.34–2.01 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

11
3 databases, 2 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where LiMnSbO4 is used.

Lithium-ion battery researchSolid-state electrode material developmentAdvanced materials science research
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LiMnSbO4, answered from cross-validated data.

What is LiMnSbO4?

LiMnSbO4 is a thermodynamically stable, semiconducting layered oxide containing lithium, manganese, antimony, and oxygen, primarily investigated for its potential in energy storage technologies.

More questions
What is LiMnSbO4 used for?
LiMnSbO4 is used in lithium-ion battery research, solid-state electrode material development, and advanced materials science research.
What is the band gap of LiMnSbO4?
LiMnSbO4 has a DFT-computed band gap of 0.34–2.01 eV across 11 reported structures.
Is LiMnSbO4 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.01 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is LiMnSbO4 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — LiMnSbO4 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of LiMnSbO4 are known?
11 structures of LiMnSbO4 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 2 distinct space groups.
What elements does LiMnSbO4 contain?
LiMnSbO4 contains Li, Mn, O, and Sb (4 elements).
Where does the data for LiMnSbO4 come from?
LiMnSbO4 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the layered lithium transition-metal oxides class.

Within the diverse class of layered lithium transition-metal oxides, LiMnSbO4 stands out for its specific elemental combination compared to more conventional members like LiCoO2 or LiNiO2. While siblings such as LiMn2O4 and LiMnO2 are well-established for their electrochemical activity in manganese-based systems, LiMnSbO4 utilizes the inclusion of antimony to modify its structural and electronic landscape. It serves as a unique point of comparison against the more widely utilized Li2MnO3, offering a different approach to balancing stability and performance in lithium-ion host materials.

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Related Compounds

Other Layered Lithium Transition-Metal Oxides in the database.

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

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