Performance Comparison between Series-Connected and Parallel-Connected Thermoelectric Generator Systems
Year: 2013
Type: article
Abstract: The connections between the thermoelectric modules are crucial importance for the performance of the thermoelectric power system. Many studies have been done to improve the output of thermoelectric system, but very little specific to the connections between the modules. A mathematical model of a module has been established, and based on this model, the performance of two systems composed of 6 pieces of thermoelectric modules, one in series connection and the other in parallel connection, is simulated with MATLAB software and then compared. The results can be used as reference for the design and prediction of thermoelectric system.
Source: Applied Mechanics and Materials
Authors: Yin Tao Wang, Wei Liu, Ai Wu Fan, Peng Li
Language: English
Subfield: Materials Chemistry
Field: Materials Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W2141715688
