Book 45

Thermoelectrics

by G.S. Nolas, J. Sharp, and J. Goldsmid

Published 20 June 2001

An in-depth analysis of thermoelectric theory, an overview of present day thermoelectric materials and devices, and updated information on the most studied thermoelectric materials development. The main emphasis is on a basic understanding of the concepts as well as experimental techniques needed to propel researchers towards new and novel classes of thermoelectric materials with enhanced properties.