SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITIES OF SCIENTISTS ON THERMOELECTRIC GENERATORS
Keywords:
thermoelectric generators, waste heat recovery, seebeck effect, thermoelectric materials, automation in manufacturing, computational modeling, finite element analysis (fea), energy efficiency, sustainable energy, industrial applications.Abstract
Thermoelectric generators have emerged as a promising technology for sustainable energy conversion by harnessing waste heat and converting it into electricity through the Seebeck effect. This article reviews recent scientific advancements in TEG research, focusing on material innovation, automation in manufacturing, computational modeling, and experimental validation. Significant progress has made in improving thermoelectric conversion efficiency, reducing production costs, and enhancing the durability of TEGs [1,2]. Advanced materials such as bismuth telluride and skutterudites, coupled with automated fabrication techniques, have enabled scalable and cost-effective solutions. Computational modeling, including finite element analysis and machine learning, has played a critical role in optimizing TEG designs and predicting performance under real-world conditions. Experimental studies have demonstrated successful integration of TEGs into industrial processes, such as waste heat recovery in manufacturing and automotive systems. Despite these advancements, challenges such as material toxicity, limited efficiency at low temperature gradients, and high initial costs remain.
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