Computer Simulations of Silicide-Tetrahedrite Thermoelectric Generators.

ABSTRACT: With global warming and rising energy demands, it is important now than ever to transit to renewable energy systems. Thermoelectric (TE) devices can present a feasible alternative to generate clean energy from waste heat. However, to become attractive for large-scale applications, such devices must be cheap, efficient, and based on ecofriendly materials. In this study, the potential of novel silicide-tetrahedrite modules for energy generation was examined. Computer simulations based on the finite element method (FEM) and implicit finite difference method (IFDM) were performed. The developed computational models were validated against data measured on a customized system working with commercial TE devices. The models were capable of predicting the TEGs' behavior with low deviations (≤10%).

SUBMITTER: Coelho R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9698283 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature