Nb4O15Sr5

Nb4O15Sr5 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting perovskite oxide used in materials research.

Crystal structure of Nb4O15Sr5
Ground-state structure · Materials Project
Overview

About Nb4O15Sr5

Nb4O15Sr5 is a thermodynamically stable member of the perovskite oxide family. Characterized by its semiconducting electronic nature, this complex oxide represents a significant subject of study within materials science due to its well-defined structural integrity on the convex hull.

Its utility lies in its potential for specialized electronic applications where stable, semiconducting oxide frameworks are required. The material is supported by multiple reported structures, reflecting its importance in the broader landscape of functional ceramic oxides.

At a glance

Key Properties

Cross-validated computational properties for Nb4O15Sr5, aggregated across 3 databases.

Band Gap

2.56–2.98 eV
Range across DFT structures

Energy Above Hull

0.000 eV/atom
Best (lowest) across sources

Stability

On hull (stable)
2 DFT sources

Structures

5
3 databases, 3 space groups
Uses

Applications

Where Nb4O15Sr5 is used.

Semiconductor researchAdvanced ceramic materials developmentElectronic oxide thin-film studies
Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nb4O15Sr5, answered from cross-validated data.

What is Nb4O15Sr5?

Nb4O15Sr5 is a thermodynamically stable semiconducting perovskite oxide used in materials research.

More questions
What is Nb4O15Sr5 used for?
Nb4O15Sr5 is used in semiconductor research, advanced ceramic materials development, and electronic oxide thin-film studies.
What is the band gap of Nb4O15Sr5?
Nb4O15Sr5 has a DFT-computed band gap of 2.56–2.98 eV across 5 reported structures.
Is Nb4O15Sr5 a metal, semiconductor, or insulator?
With a band gap up to 2.98 eV it is a semiconductor.
Is Nb4O15Sr5 thermodynamically stable?
Yes — Nb4O15Sr5 sits on the convex hull (energy above hull 0 eV/atom), i.e. on hull (stable).
How many polymorphs of Nb4O15Sr5 are known?
5 structures of Nb4O15Sr5 are reported across 3 databases, spanning 3 distinct space groups.
What elements does Nb4O15Sr5 contain?
Nb4O15Sr5 contains Nb, O, and Sr (3 elements).
Where does the data for Nb4O15Sr5 come from?
Nb4O15Sr5 data is cross-referenced from latticegraph.
Comparison

How It Compares

Within the perovskite oxides class.

Within the diverse class of perovskite oxides, Nb4O15Sr5 distinguishes itself through its specific semiconducting behavior compared to the more commonly studied magnetic or ferroelectric members like LaMnO3 or BaTiO3. While materials such as LaAlO3 are frequently utilized as substrates due to their insulating nature, Nb4O15Sr5 offers a distinct electronic profile that positions it as a unique candidate for research into tailored oxide semiconductors.

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Related Compounds

Other Perovskite Oxides in the database.

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

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