Introduction to Thermoelectricity
This book is a comprehensive introduction to all aspects of thermoelectric energy conversion. It covers both theory and practice. The book is timely as it refers to the many improvements that have come about in the last few years through the use of nanostructures. The concept of semiconductor thermo...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Berlin, Heidelberg
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
2016, 2016
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| Edition: | 2nd ed. 2016 |
| Series: | Springer Series in Materials Science
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| Collection: | Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- The Thermoelectric and Related Effects
- Theory of Thermoelectric Refrigeration and Generation
- Thermoelectric Properties of Metals and Semiconductors
- Optimization and Selection of Semiconductor Thermoelements
- Minimizing the Thermal Conductivity
- The Improvement of a Specific Material – Bismuth Telluride
- Methods for the Production of Materials
- Measurement Techniques
- Review of Thermoelectric Materials
- Thermoelectric Modules and their Application
- Transverse Devices
- Properties of Nanostructured Materials
- Thermionic Energy Conversion