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Towards an AMTEC-like device based on non-alkali metal for efficient, safe and reliable direct conversion of thermal to electric power
Ugo Lo CiceroGianluca TumminelliRoberto CandiaAlfonso ColluraMarco BarberaSalvatore Ferruggia BonuraFabio SantoroLuisa Sciortinosubject
Work (thermodynamics)Computer sciencebusiness.industry02 engineering and technologyConverters010402 general chemistry021001 nanoscience & nanotechnology01 natural sciences0104 chemical sciencesRenewable energysymbols.namesakeReliability (semiconductor)Thermoelectric effectsymbolsElectric power0210 nano-technologyProcess engineeringbusinessCarnot cycleThermal energydescription
Alkali Metal ThermoElectric Converters directly convert heat into electric energy and have promising applicability in the field of sustainable and renewable energy. The high theoretical efficiency, close to Carnot's cycle, the lack of moving parts, and the interesting operating temperature range drive the search for new materials able to ensure safe and reliable operation at competitive costs.The present work focuses on the design of a non-alkali metal based cell and on the fabrication of a testing device to validate the design work. The selection of a new operating fluid for the cell improves durability, reliability and safety of the device. Finally, we discuss possible applications to already existing thermal energy sources.
| year | journal | country | edition | language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-10-01 | 2018 AEIT International Annual Conference |