Flexible and conformable thermoelectric compositions
US11152556B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 29, 2018 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH10N10/82
Abstract
The invention relates to the field of thermoelectric compositions and devices. Thermoelectric compositions comprise thermoelectric material in a flexible membrane that comprises structural material and voids. Thermoelectric subassemblies comprise thermoelectric material and electrical contact material along and on and surrounding structural material of the flexible membrane. Thermoelectric subassemblies can comprise thermoelectric elements positioned end-to-end in a flexible membrane that can be bent and positioned in a housing that can be adapted to accommodate various types of thermoelectric devices. Methods for making and using thermoelectric compositions, subassemblies, and devices are described.
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