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Thermoelectric element, thermoelectric device, and method for forming thermoelectric element

US11527694B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 18, 2019
Grant dateDec 13, 2022
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Expiry dateFeb 18, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB82Y30/00
  • WIPO fieldMicro-structural and nano-technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A thermoelectric element to convert thermal energy into electrical energy includes a first electrode part, a second electrode part having a different work function than the first electrode part and arranged at a distance from the first electrode part, on a same surface of a substrate as the first electrode part, and a middle part provided between the first electrode part and the second electrode part.

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