Tseng, W.-L.; Wu, C.-I. Optimizing OTEC Performance: Advanced Integration of Bi2Te3-Based Thermoelectric Systems. Preprints2024, 2024010400. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202401.0400.v1
APA Style
Tseng, W. L., & Wu, C. I. (2024). Optimizing OTEC Performance: Advanced Integration of Bi2Te3-Based Thermoelectric Systems. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202401.0400.v1
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Tseng, W. and Chun-I Wu. 2024 "Optimizing OTEC Performance: Advanced Integration of Bi2Te3-Based Thermoelectric Systems" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202401.0400.v1
Abstract
This study explores the advanced integration of Bi2Te3-based thermoelectric systems in Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) to optimize performance. OTEC, a promising renewable energy source, needs help in efficiency maximization. We address this by implementing Bi2Te3 thermoelectric generators (TEGs), known for their high thermoelectric efficiency at low-temperature differences. Our research encompasses a comprehensive simulation and analysis of these TEGs in OTEC systems, examining material properties, system design, and environmental impact. We present a novel approach to integrating these TEGs, optimizing their arrangement, and interfacing with the OTEC cycle to enhance overall efficiency. The study also investigates the durability and cost-effectiveness of Bi2Te3 TEGs in marine environments. Results demonstrate a significant improvement in energy conversion efficiency, highlighting the potential of Bi2Te3 TEGs in sustainable ocean energy exploitation. This work advances material science in renewable energy, providing valuable insights into the practical application of thermoelectric materials in large-scale energy systems. It paves the way for future research on material optimization and system integration, essential for developing efficient and sustainable OTEC systems.
Keywords
Bi2Te3; thermoelectric materials; thermoelectric generators; renewable energy; ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC); material science; energy efficiency
Subject
Engineering, Energy and Fuel Technology
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