Advances in Thermoelectric Materials and Devices for Energy Harnessing and Utilization

Biswas, Kanishka (2015) Advances in Thermoelectric Materials and Devices for Energy Harnessing and Utilization Proceedings of the Indian National Science Academy, 81 (4). ISSN 0370-0046

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Official URL: http://doi.org/10.16943/ptinsa/2015/v81i4/48327

Related URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.16943/ptinsa/2015/v81i4/48327

Abstract

The emerging global need for energy generation, conservation, and utilization has intensified interest in more efficient, cost-effective and pollution-free means of power generation. Thermoelectric materials can generate electrical energy from waste heat and can play an important role in a global alternative energy solution. Recently, there have been significant advances in direct thermal-to-electrical energy conversion materials development and this has generated increased interest in the field of chemistry, physics and materials engineering. This article highlights a combination of new high performance materials, new device concepts and future directions to improve material efficiencies and cost effectiveness. Here, I have first presented a brief introduction to thermoelectrics followed by the reason for the importance of the research and development in this field for India. I have discussed about the main criteria for good thermoelectric materials and provided important examples of state-of-the-art materials followed by future direction and conclusions.

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