A Novel Thermoelectric Power Generator

The overall aim of this project is to demonstrate a cost-effective, mass-producible, and environmentally friendly technology for producing a novel thermoelectric generator, which overcomes the drawbacks typically found in the conventional technology. This type of thermal-to-electrical generating technology has broad applications ranging from a few mW up to kW devices. In order to achieve this goal, a thermoelectric module using an inexpensive ceramic forming process (tape casting) will be made during this project.