Manual actuators for thermoelectric modules and related methods
US10648770B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 28, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 12, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 28, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41G1/467
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A grasping element is provided including a manual actuator associated with a thermoelectric module, and an optional device powered by the thermoelectric module upon manipulation of the manual actuator. The thermoelectric module can generate electricity via a thermal gradient generated by a user's body. The electricity can power the optional device directly and/or indirectly.
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