Ti₃C₂ (Ti₃C₂ MXene)

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1 dataset, together covering 0.3–3.3 µm. Default: Panova et al. 2024: n,k 0.300–3.30 µm.

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Panova et al. 2024: n,k 0.300–3.30 µm n,k 0.3–3.3 µm default

Use it in Lightsmith

Load this data in Python, simulate in one more line

pip install lightsmith

import lightsmith as ls

# Ti3C2 (Ti3C2 MXene): Panova et al. 2024: n,k 0.300–3.30 µm
ti3c2 = ls.fetch_refractiveindex("main", "Ti3C2", "Panova", ref="c5c2f188e848453def5970e347399d653df2ffc2")
print(ti3c2.range_nm)  # (300, 3300) nm
eps = ti3c2.eps([633])  # complex permittivity

Downloads the original record once (pinned to the imported snapshot) and caches it.

import json, urllib.request
import lightsmith as ls

url = "https://materials.lightsmith.dev/v1/datasets/ds_86b6cbebad01/lightsmith"
ti3c2 = ls.Tabulated.model_validate(json.load(urllib.request.urlopen(url)))
print(ti3c2.source)  # citation and provenance travel with the data

Any dataset here, as the library's Tabulated material (ti3c2/panova-2024).

# ... load ti3c2 as above, then:
sim = ls.Simulation(
    particles=[ls.Particle(shape=ls.Sphere(radius_nm=50), material=ti3c2)],
    medium_index=1.0,
    wavelengths=ls.WavelengthRange(start_nm=400, stop_nm=1000, num=81),
)
res = ls.solve(sim)  # exact Mie for a sphere
print(res.q_ext)     # extinction efficiency at each wavelength

Same spec runs with DDA, FDTD, BEM or T-matrix: ls.compare(sim, ["mie", "dda"]).

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About Ti3C2 (Ti3C2 MXene)

Ti₃C₂, a member of the MXene family, is a two-dimensional transition metal carbide known for its unique properties and applications. MXenes, which are derived from MAX phases (ternary carbides or nitrides), are recognized for their exceptional electrical conductivity, mechanical strength, and chemical stability. Ti₃C₂ is synthesized by selectively etching aluminum layers from Ti₃AlC₂ using hydrofluoric acid, resulting in a layered structure that can be easily intercalated with ions and molecules. Due to its excellent electrical conductivity and large surface area, Ti₃C₂ finds applications in energy storage devices such as supercapacitors and lithium-ion batteries. Additionally, its high surface reactivity makes it suitable for use in catalysis, electromagnetic interference shielding, and water purification. The material's mechanical properties, including high Young's modulus and flexibility, also make it a candidate for use in flexible electronics and sensors.

Other names: Ti3C2 MXene, MXene

API: /v1/materials/mat_60d1fcd087f2 · slug ti3c2