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Thermoelectric generators as alternative sources of low power

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  • Rowe, D.M.

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The explosive expansion in microelectronics, with a relentless drive towards smaller and smaller circuits, is accompanied by a requirement for miniature power sources. Thermoelectric generating devices offer a potential for meeting this requirement. In this paper an introduction to the fundamentals of thermoelectric generation is followed by a brief description of the basic components of a thermoelectric generator. The developments in fabrication methods are outlined which have resulted in a progressive reduction in device thermoelectric circuits of microscopic dimensions. This is followed by a comprehensive review of the applications of miniature thermoelectric generating devices. Finally, some conclusions are drawn regarding future advances in this area of thermoelectric research.

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  • Rowe, D.M., 1994. "Thermoelectric generators as alternative sources of low power," Renewable Energy, Elsevier, vol. 5(5), pages 1470-1478.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:renene:v:5:y:1994:i:5:p:1470-1478
    DOI: 10.1016/0960-1481(94)90191-0
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    1. Patil, Dipak S. & Arakerimath, Rachayya R. & Walke, Pramod V., 2018. "Thermoelectric materials and heat exchangers for power generation – A review," Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Elsevier, vol. 95(C), pages 1-22.
    2. Ding, L.C. & Akbarzadeh, A. & Tan, L., 2018. "A review of power generation with thermoelectric system and its alternative with solar ponds," Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Elsevier, vol. 81(P1), pages 799-812.
    3. Kinsella, C.E. & O’Shaughnessy, S.M. & Deasy, M.J. & Duffy, M. & Robinson, A.J., 2014. "Battery charging considerations in small scale electricity generation from a thermoelectric module," Applied Energy, Elsevier, vol. 114(C), pages 80-90.
    4. O’Shaughnessy, S.M. & Deasy, M.J. & Kinsella, C.E. & Doyle, J.V. & Robinson, A.J., 2013. "Small scale electricity generation from a portable biomass cookstove: Prototype design and preliminary results," Applied Energy, Elsevier, vol. 102(C), pages 374-385.

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