Du, K.-W.; Wu, C.-I. An Innovative Tubular Thermoelectric Generator (TTEG) for Enhanced Waste Heat Recovery in Industrial and Automotive Applications. Appl. Sci.2024, 14, 685.
Du, K.-W.; Wu, C.-I. An Innovative Tubular Thermoelectric Generator (TTEG) for Enhanced Waste Heat Recovery in Industrial and Automotive Applications. Appl. Sci. 2024, 14, 685.
Du, K.-W.; Wu, C.-I. An Innovative Tubular Thermoelectric Generator (TTEG) for Enhanced Waste Heat Recovery in Industrial and Automotive Applications. Appl. Sci.2024, 14, 685.
Du, K.-W.; Wu, C.-I. An Innovative Tubular Thermoelectric Generator (TTEG) for Enhanced Waste Heat Recovery in Industrial and Automotive Applications. Appl. Sci. 2024, 14, 685.
Abstract
In response to the growing need for efficient energy conversion technologies, this pa-per introduces an innovative Tubular Thermoelectric Generator (TTEG), specifically de-signed for high-efficiency conversion of waste heat into electrical energy. Unlike conven-tional flat plate thermoelectric generators (FTEGs), the TTEG incorporates full-ring ther-moelectric elements within a tubular layout, offering a novel approach to thermal energy recovery from fluid-based systems. This design significantly enhances the heat transfer capabilities, thereby improving the efficiency of energy conversion.
Comprehensive simulations and analyses form the core of this study, where the per-formance of the TTEG is rigorously compared with traditional FTEGs. These comparisons highlight the advantages of the tubular design in terms of energy conversion efficiency and practical applicability in various scenarios. The findings reveal that the TTEG not only outperforms its flat plate counterparts but also presents a scalable and adaptable so-lution for waste heat recovery in a wide range of industrial and automotive applications.
This research contributes to the field of energy science and technology by presenting a detailed experimental setup, complete with reproducible procedures and results. It opens new pathways for the development of more sustainable and efficient energy conversion systems, aligning with the goal of harnessing renewable and sustainable energy sources. The potential applications of this technology in enhancing energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact are vast, making it a significant step forward in the quest for clean and sustainable energy solutions.
Keywords
Waste heat recovery; Thermoelectric generators; Tubular Thermoelectric Generator; Automotive waste heat recovery; Module design and optimization; Energy conversion efficiency; Energy sustainability; Thermoelectric materials; Power generation; Heat transfer
Subject
Engineering, Energy and Fuel Technology
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