Novel Determination of Peltier Coefficient, Seebeck Coefficient and Thermal Resistance of Thermoelectric Module
Year: 2006
Type: article
Abstract: A convenient and precise method has been developed for the determination of Peltier coefficient, Seebeck coefficient and thermal resistance of the thermoelectric module (TM). The key point is the application of Joule heating by an AC current through the module in addition to a DC current that transfers heat by Peltier effect. A simple circuitry consisting of a signal generator and two digital multimeters is all that is required. The performance test was satisfactory. The temperature difference required for measurement is below 0.1 K, within which the temperature homogeneity is maintained in the equipment. This method is applicable under high pressure as well as in vacuum.
DOI: 10.1143/jjap.45.5272
Authors: Ken-ichi Tozaki, Kalyan Sou
Institutions: Chiba University, Royal University of Phnom Penh
Language: English
Subfield: Materials Chemistry
Field: Materials Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W2012945372