Methods of synthesizing thermoelectric materials
US9306145B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 7, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 14, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC04B2235/9607
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods for synthesis of thermoelectric materials are disclosed. In some embodiments, a method of fabricating a thermoelectric material includes generating a plurality of nanoparticles from a starting material comprising one or more chalcogens and one or more transition metals; and consolidating the nanoparticles under elevated pressure and temperature, wherein the nanoparticles are heated and cooled at a controlled rate.
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