HIGH TEMPERATURE THERMOELECTRIC GENERATOR.
Abstract
Design, construction, and operation of a high temperature thermoelectric generator are reported. A commercial, gas-fired heat source was used. The generator elements comprise encapsulated segments of Ta-doped WSe2 and Na-doped PbTe as p-type materials. No appropriate n-type semiconductor was found; however, an Au-Ni alloy was discovered and developed for use in the generator as negative legs. Total power output and efficiency were less than those calculated. Suggestions for improving generator performance and for further materials research are included. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 07, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0623591
Entities
People
- W. T. Hicks